Environmental, Social and Governance
Environmental values
Focus for the future
We are conscious that, through our working practices, we utilise carbon and generate waste. It is our firm commitment to keep both to an absolute minimum. For this reason, we have an Environmental Management System certified to ISO 14001:2015 standards and that is subject to external audit at least annually.
Planting trees for a greener future
To mark the anniversary each year of every employee, we plant a tree. We believe that this is a great way to say thank you, to give back to the environment and to raise environmental awareness.
It is our plan to plant 1,620 trees each year, with this increasing year on year as our organisation grows.
So far, we have planted 360 trees.
Health & safety
We have a dedicated Health & Safety Team and are committed to maintaining the highest standards at our offices, on site and anywhere we work.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We treat our employees, clients and stakeholders fairly and with respect, and work collaboratively without discrimination.
We are committed to the personal and professional development of our people, helping them to acquire the skills they need to reach their full potential. We aim to be a place where people want to work, where they can have fun and still provide clients with a great service.
Wellness
Wellness is an important part of our life at Silver. We hold regular in-house events to promote good health and wellbeing, on subjects including Movember, breast cancer, the menopause and RevivR training provided by the British Heart Foundation.
Wellness
We hold wellness days covering a range of topics chosen by our colleagues and led by experts. These images capture the essence of our commitment to well-being throughout the year.
Silver ‘Wear It Pink’ for Breast Cancer Awareness
Movember Seminar to change the face of Men’s Health and prevention of men’s suicide.
Silver has signed up to Wellness of Women Pledge.
Supporting charities, communities and schools
We actively support local communities, businesses and charities. This includes helping with community initiatives, providing work experience for schools and colleges, supporting local employment and training, mentoring, charity events and sponsorship.
Construction Youth Trust
Construction Youth Trust is a charity that aims to bridge the gap between communities and construction, and the journey into bright and prosperous careers.
Sponsor for The 240 Project annual art exhibition
240Project is an established Arts and Health Activity Centre for those affected by homelessness and exclusion.
Respecting Communities; Protecting People
Silver was delighted to partner with Life Build to provide a new defibrillator to the Tonbridge Black Knights Hockey Club.
Supporting the extension to the Samson Centre for Multiple Sclerosis
Our decision to provide professional services and time to develop the extension to the Samson Centre for Multiple Sclerosis has been extremely rewarding in many ways.
