GLL Green

As the UK`s largest leisure Trust, GLL is at the forefront of a new challenge that cannot be ignored -- the challenge of climate change.

As a leading social enterprise we at GLL recognise our responsibility to actively manage our impact on the environment in collaboration with our partners.  The use of energy and water is vital in the delivery of GLL's services and represents a significant proportion of our operating costs.  Climate change, potential water shortages and rapidly rising energy costs mean that the importance of increasing our sustainability through controlling consumption and reducing waste is paramount.  This aim is consistent with GLL's core values.

Achieving our Objectives

Key to achieving our overall policy objectives is the implementation and ongoing operation of our Energy and Environment Strategy, Strategic and Centre level Action Plans as well as staff and customer awareness and training. 

We will work to achieve our objectives in the 7 following areas identifying key tasks in the strategic action plan.

Energy

Reduce gas and electricity consumption so that by Jan 2008, carbon emissions are 4% less than in the financial year 2006.

Environment

Ensure that by the end of 2007, all staff are informed and educated to understand key environmental issues and what they must do.

Sustainability

Develop and implement a sustainable procurement policy.

Waste Management

Introduce and maintain a waste management and recycling system.

Renewable Energy

Develop a clear approach to the use of renewable energy.

Accreditation

Subject to evaluation gain appropriate energy efficiency/management accreditation by end of 2008.

Refurbishment & new Rebuild

Ensure that environmental considerations are evaluated as a key element of future physical developments.