ESG
SUSTAINABILITY REALISED
Lancashire Central will be developed as part of the Regional Green Infrastructure Plan. This will ensure the site ties into the existing green infrastructure, including the proposed Central & Dandy Brook Parks and the 650-acre Cuerden Valley Park which sits immediately to the East.
Within the scheme boundary, new planting will incorporate native species suitable to the local area so habitats and food sources can be enhanced for wildlife. Wildflower meadows, ponds, and grassland will be visible from pedestrian walkways that connect different parts of the site through areas of woodland.
These will help to integrate the built forms of Lancashire Central within the landscape, while also providing shelter and shade.
The site’s green Infrastructure will provide an environment for people and nature. It will protect native species whilst providing people with attractive green spaces for recreation and relaxation.
As a responsible developer with social and environmental values at our core, MGD has developed a Sustainability Development Brief (SDB) which targets the following three key ESG objectives:
Climate & Environment
Health & Wellbeing
Social Value
These objectives tie into the wider Eric Wright Group ESG policy, referred to as the 4Ps:
• Planet • People • Place • Performance
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LOW CARBON DESIGN
Deliver a Low Whole Life Carbon Design through material selection and operational energy. Embodied carbon hotspots have been identified and targeted for carbon reduction measures, and a detailed option appraisal for each building will be undertaken to evaluate the lowest carbon-impact materials, without sacrificing building functionality.
ENHANCING BIODIVERSITY
The Design Team is committed to replenishing the natural capital within the Site, including a significant boost to native species.
SOCIAL VALUE
The wider community has also been considered through the design and procurement, by employing the local workforce and allowing for educational visits, including apprenticeships.
CIRCULAR ECONOMY
Circularity is playing an ever-increasing role in the built environment, especially the minimising of waste being sent to landfill. The adoption of Circular Economy principles harmonises with the aspirations for a low carbon development whilst minimising the impact on natural resources.
HEALTH & WELLBEING
Working conditions play a vital role in the mental wellbeing of the building occupants, achieved through natural views out from the development, improving air quality throughout the building, and protecting work spaces against noise and overheating.
WIDER SUSTAINABILITY
Considerations that do not fall under the above five pillars, such as rainwater harvesting and sustainable travel have been included under “Wider Sustainability” due to the strategic importance in delivering a sustainable development.