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Publications

Funding net zero

Landlords representing ~200,000 homes and investors representing £40bn investment, broadly thought this funding mechanism has many advantages for them and for Government.

EV Roundtable Summary

A summary document to highlight the issues discussed and identify common approaches that attendees are currently applying to combat the task of EV integration.

Sustainable Procurement Guide

A guide derived from a collaborative sustainable procurement session with social landlords across the UK. Explore key insights and best practices, for navigating sustainable procurement in the diverse landscape of social housing.

Happiness by Numbers

The science of wellbeing measurement and how to include environmental protection.  Ideal for placemaking strategies and the “S” part of ESG reporting.

Developing a climate resilience standard for social landlords

Key findings from the climate resilience roundtable hosted by SHIFT with social landlords across the UK.

SECR Reporting Roundtable Summary

Key findings from the SECR roundtable hosted by SHIFT with social landlords across the UK.

Net Zero Carbon Roadmap Roundtable Summary

Key findings from the Net Zero carbon roundtable hosted by SHIFT with social landlords across the UK.

Developing an Environmental Strategy for Social Landlords Roundtable Summary

Key findings from the environmental strategy development roundtable hosted by SHIFT with 9 social landlords across the UK.

Building to EPC A Roundtable Summary

Key findings from the building to EPC A roundtables hosted by SHIFT with 18 social landlords across the UK.
Housing 2050

Housing 2050

A roadmap for achieving a sustainable social housing stock in a cost effective way.

Published 2018.

Touching the voids

Touching the voids

Research findings that show that an energy efficient housing stock results in lower void rates, lower rent arrears and lower maintenance costs.
The Review

The Review

Environmental state of the nations social housing stock. The report contains 2017 data and more recent data is available on application. Please get in touch.
SHIFT response to ESG White Paper

SHIFT response to ESG White Paper

Lenders are looking for environmental credentials from social landlords. Here are our suggestions.

SHIFT Overheating risk assessment tool

SHIFT have developed an overheating risk assessment tool for social housing. See the details here.
SHIFT Framework 2020

SHIFT Framework 2020

A free resource ideal for smaller associations who want to monitor progress to a sustainable housing stock.
Sustainability and Value For Money

Sustainability and Value For Money

The financial benefits to social landlords of pursuing environmental strategies.

“Thank you so much for sharing your expert opinions at our 'Water Efficiency and Energy Saving Innovations in New Build Housing' Round Table.”

Amy Madigan - Events Coordinator & Data Analyst, netMAGmedia Ltd - December 2024

''Rachael provided a professional and friendly service from my initial enquiry to receiving the EPC. Thank you so much for completing the assessment and for the speedy return of the certificate, it's much appreciated.’’

Oliver Williams, Stroud - September 2024

“This year we commissioned SHIFT Environment to produce both our SECR and a bespoke SHIFT assessment. In our first year working with them, it has already helped us to gain insight into both our data accessibility and environmental performance. We look forward to using it as a tool to drive our sustainability as an organisation forward and to working with SHIFT in future. We thank our assessor Asher for his expertise.”

Tina Iball - Sustainability Manager, Accent Group - September 2024

‘‘Richard has delivered understandable, relevant training and always worked to scope well. For anyone looking to learn about anything environmental, and real practical solutions then I would highly recommend SHIFT Environment.’’

Alice Pearce - Governance Consultant and Director, Board Development Agency - September 2024

‘‘As a result of the SHIFT findings, we are implementing a programme to eliminate gaps in our data collection across departments. Our assessor, Annie, provided invaluable support during and after the completion of the SHIFT report and presented key results to staff from across the organisation. Our partnership with SHIFT has helped us drive our commitment to environmental sustainability and the achievement of our goal of achieving net zero by 2050.’’

Ronnie Clawson - Group Director of ICT and Transformation, Torus - September 2024

''As we work towards developing a robust net-zero strategy, the insights and recommendations from the SHIFT assessment have proven essential. Their expertise is playing a crucial role in informing our approach, and we are confident that their support will be instrumental in achieving our sustainability goals.’’

Tom Henderson - Assets and Environmental Manager, Weaver Vale Housing Trust - August 2024

‘‘SHIFT were able to model carbon emissions based on our intended upgrades to homes over the next few years. We appreciate SHIFT’s promptness when answering questions around our emissions, especially as it becomes increasingly important to demonstrate the sustainability of our planned works to investors.’’

Nick Wooldridge - Head of Home Investment, Bromford - August 2024

“In our third year of doing SHIFT we would like to thank them again for their expertise and assistance through the process. It continues to help us highlight both where we are performing well environmentally and where we can make improvements to our performance. Thank you to our assessor who worked with us and our energy broker to meet our internal deadlines.”

Diana Lock - Energy and Sustainability Manager, Hyde Housing - August 2024

‘‘Carrying out our SECR reporting with SHIFT has allowed us to better understand our carbon emissions. Thanks to Rob for issuing the report quickly, in order for us to meet our deadlines.’’

Steven Williams - Head of Asset Management and Development, HFT - August 2024

‘‘Hexagon have worked with SHIFT over 12 years which has allowed us to monitor our environmental performance and identify areas for improvement. The sustainability metrics provide clear targets for everyone to work towards.''

Rumana Khair - Stock Improvement Manager, Hexagon Housing - August 2024

“Working with SHIFT to produce our SECR this year was once again a seamless experience. The clear explanation of the data requirements and their support in interpreting the data we presented made the entire process really easy.’’

David George - Sustainability & Asset Data Manager, CHP - August 2024

‘‘The data collection process was made so much easier as we used the ‘SHIFT Assist’ service. Our assessor Steve was always available and very flexible to meet our short turnaround times for our carbon compliance reporting.”

 Ben Earl, Head of Partnerships and Sustainability Research, Abri - July 2024

‘‘Our new build Post-Occupancy Evaluation provides the guidance and insight that will help us deliver the energy efficiency standards we expect for our residents.’’

Paul Walsh - Group Development Director, Selwood Housing - July 2024