Sustainability in Construction

At P&D Lydon we focus on reducing the negative environmental impacts of buildings and infrastructures throughout their life cycles. Our sustainable constructive aim is to balance ecological, economic and social factors.

The use of Eco-friendly and Sustainable Building Materials:

As part of its ongoing commitment to sustainability and reducing operational costs, P&D Lydon has installed solar panels at its head office and garage. This aims to lower the company’s carbon footprint, decrease reliance on grid electricity, and demonstrate leadership in environmentally responsible construction practices. The solar installation is expected to significantly reduce electricity consumption, contributing to long-term energy savings and aligning with green building goals.

Corporate Social Responsibility

Through our CSR Policy we propose to leave a positive impact on the communities in which we work. This is achieved in a variety of ways through provision of quality employment and fair working practices, paying the living wage as a minimum, engaging with local educational institutions, fundraising on behalf of local good causes, encouraging volunteering and donating to local food banks, and reducing our carbon footprint. CSR is very important to us and we look at ways to leave a positive legacy on every project we deliver.

P&D Lydon meets its CSR Policy through focus on the following key areas:

Employees

Respecting the individual’s values and beliefs, providing fair working conditions, equal opportunities for employment and promotion, job satisfaction, and the realisation of personal career goals through training, support and mentoring opportunities.

Safety, Health & Welfare

Embedded within all our decision-making with the ultimate goal of zero harm.

Environmental impacts

Managing business development activities so as to maximise on recycling opportunities, and eliminating waste, pollution, and nuisance to neighbours.

Sustainable development

Developing public infrastructure with a focus on utilising renewable resources and focus towards the enhancement of local habitats and communities wherever possible.

Relationships with Customers

Being responsive to our customer needs and providing a quality assured service that incorporates all relevant legislative considerations.

Suppliers and Partners

Treating suppliers fairly and driving CSR codes of practice throughout the goods and services supply chain.

Community Involvement

Positive engagement with local communities through various types of support, fundraisers, information days, work experience opportunities etc.

Environmental

P&D Lydon prides itself on being on top of the Environmental game in the construction industry. We recognize the significant impact that construction and civil engineering can have on the environment. As certified ISO-14001 holders, we are committed to maximizing our ecological footprint through responsible practices, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement in environmental performance.

P&D Lydon are committed to implementing industry good practice in our approach to the environment. We conduct our activities within the legal and statutory requirements laid down and take regard of local authority waste management plans.

We recognise that our activities have an impact on the environment, but we endeavour to minimise these impacts where possible. We complete thorough reviews of the practices carried out throughout our company and have developed systems to manage our environmental objectives.

Our environmental policy and our procedures are regularly audited through our established Environmental Management System. In addition to conducting a 6-month review, we regularly monitor government environmental initiatives and seek to continually improve the effectiveness of our environmental measures.

Our environmental management system is accredited to ISO 14001:2015 standards. We also hold a national waste collection permit for removal of construction type wastes from sites to permitted tips.

Policy Objectives

P&D Lydon strives to reduce environmental impact through sustainable planning, materials use, and waste management by all of its employees. Complying with all applicable environmental laws, regulations, and standards is of utmost importance in all of our works. Prevention of pollution and protection of ecosystems during all construction activities is of vital importance in all projects. We understand the importance of promoting energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. We endeavour to educate and train employees and subcontractors on superior environmental practices.

We aim to sustain optimum standards by incorporating these key factors:

Waste Management

Minimalizing construction waste by optimizing material usage and recycling where possible.
Segregating and disposing of waste responsibly, using our own Quarry facility and other licensed facilities.
Employing Zero Waste Initiatives through compliance with Waste Management Plans regularly is of huge importance.

Resource Efficiency

Using sustainable and locally sourced materials when sufficient.
Monitoring and reducing energy, fuel, and water consumption on-site.

Pollution Prevention

Implementing measures to prevent soil, air, and water pollution, including proper storage of hazardous substances.
Control noise, dust, and emissions through appropriate site management practices.

Biodiversity Protection

Assessing potential environmental impacts before starting new projects using our environmental analysis system.
Avoid disturbing local habitats and protect flora and fauna on and near construction sites.

Legal and Regulatory Compliance

Staying up to date with environmental laws and incorporate them into project planning and execution.

Continuous Improvement

Regularly reviewing environmental performance through audits and site inspections.
Setting measurable targets for improvement and reporting progress annually.

Responsibility and Implementation

The management team at P&D Lydon is responsible for implementing these policies and ensuring all staff understand and comply with it.