Building a Sustainable Future
At Encon Construction, sustainability is embedded within how we deliver projects, manage our business and support the communities in which we work. Our Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) approach combines robust management systems, measurable carbon reduction targets, responsible procurement, community engagement and transparent reporting. Through continual improvement and collaboration with our clients and supply chain, we are committed to creating lasting environmental and social value while delivering high-quality construction projects.
For the 2024-25 reporting period, Encon recorded a total carbon footprint of 438.06 tCO₂e, with ongoing initiatives focused on reducing fleet, plant and operational emissions. Download Encon’s latest Carbon Reduction Plan below.
Committed to a Low Carbon Future
- Reduce carbon emissions by 50% by 2030
- Achieve Net Zero by 2050
- Continuously improve our Carbon Reduction Plan in line with UK Government PPN 06/21 requirements
- Transition towards lower-emission construction methods and technologies
Key Initiatives
- Electrification of our company vehicle fleet
- Increased use of renewable energy
- Adoption of HVO and lower-carbon fuels
- Reduction of generator use through grid connections
- Carbon monitoring across projects
- Enhanced procurement and supply chain reporting
ESG in Action: Project Case Studies
Ty’r Groes Community Living
Encon delivered this low carbon residential development using a fabric first design strategy, ground source heat pumps, solar PV technology and sustainable drainage systems. The project generated significant environmental and community benefits, including 139 trees planted, 2,700 travel miles saved through a Green Travel Plan and local employment opportunities.
Sŵn y Coed & Cân Yr Adar
Designed for independent living, these highly sustainable homes achieved an SAP A rating through an energy-efficient building fabric, air source heat pumps and solar photovoltaic systems. The development also incorporated enhanced accessibility, assistive technologies and improved acoustic performance, creating comfortable and inclusive living environments.
Clos Y Castell & Green Knock House
Currently under construction, Clos Y Castell and Green Knock House demonstrate Encon’s commitment to excellence in project delivery and responsible site management. The development achieved an outstanding 99% score during its most recent CCS assessment, recognising exceptional standards in environmental management, community engagement and workforce.
Across our completed projects, Encon have achieved an average 97% waste diversion rate from landfill with no reportable environmental incidents. These results demonstrate our commitment to responsible construction practices and measurable environmental performance.
Sustainability Education
As part of our Construction Education Programme, we offer local school primary schools the opportunity to take part in a Bug Hotel event using recycled materials collected on site and by the school.
The event is not only great team building event, but an excellent opportunity for pupils to learn about sustainability. Since 2021, Encon have introduced secondary school carbon literacy training and family orientated environmental sustainability projects.
School engagement projects have included creating eco-bricks from recycled materials and delivering sustainability education to local pupils.
