Sustainability Policy

At Hoose, sustainability is not an add-on or a marketing position. It sits at the core of how we design, build, and support homes over their full lifecycle. This policy explains how environmental responsibility, human wellbeing, and long-term value are embedded into decision making across all Hoose projects.

Our approach is grounded in the belief that homes should enrich lives today while safeguarding the future we all share.

Sustainability, as we define it, is the balanced integration of environmental performance, social value, and long-term resilience. We aim to move beyond minimum standards and compliance, focusing instead on creating homes that perform well in real use, remain healthy and adaptable, and continue to serve their occupants over generations.

We take a land-to-living perspective, considering impacts from early site evaluation through design, construction, handover, and occupation. Decisions are made with an understanding of the full lifecycle of a building, rather than isolated stages.

Environmental responsibility is central to this approach. We prioritise fabric-first design, passive strategies, and efficient building systems to minimise operational energy demand. Material choices are made carefully, with preference given to low embodied carbon options, responsibly sourced products, and biogenic or circular materials where appropriate. Waste reduction is addressed through thoughtful design, accurate specification, and responsible site practices, alongside consideration of water efficiency, drainage, and site-specific environmental conditions. Where projects allow, biodiversity and landscape enhancement are also supported.

We recognise that every site presents different constraints. Sustainability decisions are made transparently, with clear communication around benefits, limitations, and trade-offs.

A sustainable home must also support the people who live in it. For this reason, internal environmental quality is treated as a core performance requirement. This includes good air quality, access to daylight, thermal comfort, and appropriate acoustic performance. Materials and systems are selected to support healthy living and long-term durability, while design strategies aim to connect occupants to nature and support everyday wellbeing.

Long-term value and resilience are considered from the outset. Buildings are designed to be durable and adaptable, with attention given to future maintenance, repair, and change. Energy efficiency and careful detailing are used to help reduce running costs, ensuring homes remain comfortable, valuable, and resilient as environmental, climatic, and regulatory conditions evolve.

Sustainability is delivered through collaboration. Hoose works closely with clients, designers, consultants, and suppliers to align sustainability goals from the earliest stages of a project. We seek partners who share our commitment to transparency, learning, and continuous improvement. Where innovation is required, it is approached carefully, balancing ambition with reliability and proven performance.

Credibility comes from evidence. Where appropriate, sustainability performance is assessed through modelling, specification review, and post-completion learning. This policy is reviewed regularly to reflect evolving best practice, regulation, and understanding. We are open about where progress is being made and where further improvement is needed.

Hoose is committed to building homes that support a thriving future for people, communities, and the environment. Sustainability is not a fixed destination, but an ongoing responsibility that informs how we work, learn, and grow.