Hull-based Sewell Construction has won the sustainability category at the Constructing Excellence in Yorkshire and Humber Awards.
The judges were impressed by the company’s commitment to net zero goals, the innovative approaches taken to decarbonising its work, and dedication to delivering social value.
Sewell Construction Joint Managing Director Mark Boothby said: “This includes using electric diggers and plant equipment, solar powered cabins on site, maximizing digital technology and replacing diesel with vegetable oil-based fuels.
“We also divert 97% of waste from landfill, and have created a community project where over 100 school children created their own bug hotels to enhance biodiversity in their back gardens.
“The Sewell Construction team also uses a sustainability tracker, which monitors the benefits to the community from each project. This includes opportunities for young people to be involved, either in apprenticeships and graduate schemes, or through school engagement, volunteering by staff, support for charities and training.
“We’re thrilled to have won this award, as it demonstrates the commitment we have to making a difference in the community.
“Our whole team is working really hard to make sure every part of our business is as green as sustainable as possible, delivering a positive impact and legacy in our communities wherever we go.
“Over the last year, we’ve created over £90 million of socio-economic impact in the Yorkshire region, and we’re not stopping there. We’re determined to keep on making every effort to bring our emissions down, continue creating value in our communities and be at the forefront for sustainability in the construction industry.”
