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ESG
Here at Spitalfields, we’ve always been huge on sustainability, and our core mission is to give back. Whether it’s to collaborate with local charities and support them through fundraising, give back to our tight East London community through the means of events and activity here in the market, or giving back to our planet. Below are just some of the ways we are playing our part in moving towards a sustainable future.
Environment
6% contaminated waste goes to Waste For Energy, producing enough energy to power 31 homes for a year & boil 51,471 kettles for an hour
Zero to Landfill Policy: Our electric tug collects all the waste around the estate
ISO 14001 Sets the standards for Environmental Management Systems
The Estate has been accredited with ISO 14001 since 2010 ensuring we can demonstrate our commitment to protecting the environment
Key Statistics
0% to Landfill
100% materials
recycled or repurposed
Key Benefits
| THIS MONTH | PAST 12 MONTHS | |
|---|---|---|
Trees saved |
124 | 307 |
CO2 tonnes saved |
16 | 41 |
Energy produced (KWH) |
10,713 | 29,447 |
Street Food for Thought
Last year we gave away 1,000 free reusable lunchboxes to local workers to reduce the need for single-use packaging. We also encourage visitors to bring their own lunchboxes with a tasty 10% off participating food trucks.
Top Tables
Spitalfields table tops are fabricated from a plastic wood alternative called Manticore which is made from 100% recycled plastic
Spitalfields teamed up with #LoveNotLandfill Clothes Bank Project working with fashion bloggers during London Fashion Week, encouraging followers to donate old items to the clothes bank
We also work with Sky Ocean Rescue with an aim to educate visitors and occupiers on how to tackle single-use plastic and inspire change
Recycling stations are dotted around the market and clearly marked for plastic, paper and general waste
During 2018/19 Spitalfields replaced all lighting for LED low energy lighting culminating in utility savings to the estate service charge.
Social
We love to support and facilitate community engagement. The Spitalfields Estate Management Team work closely with a wide range of local community groups and charitable organisations to deliver a free public events programme, incorporating music, theatre, dance, art and charitable fundraising within our public spaces celebrating the rich local history and ever-evolving character of the area. See our events and Community Partners below:
Community Partners
Donated over £40K through the use of on-site equipment such as the PA system, chairs, Arts Market panels, market stalls and on-site storage
Raised over £16,000 directly from events taking place on the Estate with additional funds generated via social media promotions and online campaigns
Collaborated with 27 different charitable/ non-profit organisations to produce the Spitalfields Community Event programme
Hosted 84 free community events across 140 days
Community Food Drive
Spitalfields Estate has a longstanding relationship with the LBTH local authority and as a community partner, we are always keen to explore ways in which we can support local charitable initiatives. This has never been more vital than in the current climate.
Local charity SOUL have been working hard since the start of lockdown to provide vulnerable individuals and families with meals.
Their current scheme redistributes surplus food from restaurants and food operators in the Spitalfields area to those in need. This reduces food waste and helps feed those in need which I’m sure you can agree is positive for all parties.
Should you wish to participate in the scheme, every Tuesday at 4pm volunteers will collect any surplus food from your respective units then arrange distribution in the local area. Food/ meals donated to the scheme should be portioned in containers as they would usually be served to customers. We do hope as many of our food operators as possible will consider participating in this worthwhile community venture, even if the numbers are low, it all helps.
Community Liaison
We want to hear what people say about Spitalfields. Since 2000, we engage in regular public consultation and workshops which include representatives of all the local residents, businesses and interest groups. Through these meetings, many of the visible features and public uses of the Spitalfields Estate have been evolved.
The Agenda items for these meetings are typically:
Events / Security / Anti-Social Behaviour / Environment / Noise / Planning and Licensing / Waste
Placemaking
After 18 years of sensitive preparation and wide-scale public consultation, the Spitalfields Estate regeneration programme completed. Since then, we have overseen Spitalfields’ development from an ambitious new development, to one of the most visited attractions in London, and a vibrant hub for occupiers, visitors, and the local community.
Crucial to this success has been our holistic approach to management and fully embracing the wider community. The introduction of the various markets, the street food offering, the community & charitable event programme, the rolling public art programme & seasonal activities combined with the security and police partnership and stakeholder contribution have all contributed to help create a sense of place and incorporate the scheme into the local community, critical to the establishment of Spitalfields as a destination to live, work and play.
Social Strategy
Our goal is to showcase how vibrant and unique this area of East London is, and why it’s a must visit destination for tourists and locals alike. Not only is that reflected in the market, but online too, showcasing the incredible talent of our market traders, mouth-wateringly delicious food trucks and restaurants and our big brand labels in store. We commit to growing a loyal following with dedicated daily engagement, aligning ourselves with fellow London markets, collaborating with our retailers to run competitions, sharing UGC from our visitors as well as jumping on trending topics in order to boost Spitalfields’ visibility and reach.
Governance
Diversity & Inclusion
Spitalfields is committed to supporting the principle of equal opportunities, and opposes all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of colour, race, nationality, ethnic origin, sex, pregnancy, marital or civil partnership status, disability, religion, belief, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status. Our aim is to create an environment free from unlawful discrimination, victimisation and harassment in which all employees, subcontractors, tenants and visitors are treated with dignity and respect. All employees and service partners are aware of the requirements of our Diversity and Inclusion policy and care is taken to guard against more subtle and unconscious forms of discrimination which may not be immediately obvious. The policy extends to our Market Traders code of conduct and is fundamental to creating an inclusive and welcoming destination for tenants and visitors alike.
Modern Slavery
We at Spitalfields expect all our suppliers and service partners to comply with our Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking code of conduct. A rigorous Global Supplier procurement procedure is in place and there is a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery. We consistently review and strengthen our processes and systems to minimise the risk of human rights infringements anywhere in our supply chain.
Full policies available upon request.
Blog
Throughout the year Spitalfields gets involved with sustainability initiatives at every level. Find out more about these through the blog posts on this site.
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