Improved data and transparency
A major milestone was the rollout of Sumday, our carbon accounting platform. Implementing the system required close collaboration to accurately capture emissions data and strengthen our Scope 3 reporting. We also launched a public sustainability portal, providing clear and accessible reporting on our environmental and social impact.
Reduced impact through operations and suppliers
We expanded catering recommendations to prioritise plant-based and low-waste options and introduced The Junk Food Project as a recommended partner, supporting food waste reduction through surplus redistribution.
We deepened relationships with sustainable suppliers and introduced regular supplier reviews aligned with our B Corp values and environmental targets. These reviews informed supplier changes and supported the adoption of compostable office supplies and carbon-neutral shipping.
Shared leadership and learning
Projects was awarded the “Sustainable Excellence” award by Flex in the City in recognition of our sustainability work. We also hosted and contributed to wider conversations, including a sustainability in events session with World’s Better and Bird & Blend Tea, and hosting the Biosphere Partnership meeting on sustainable economic development.
Measured impact at Nile House
In 2025, we completed a BREEAM Post Occupancy Evaluation at Nile House to understand how the building performs for people and the planet, with key findings including:
Improved wellbeing and productivity
Members reported higher productivity and improved wellbeing when working at Nile House compared to working from home, with the space consistently described as bright, calming and healthy.
Strong indoor environmental quality
Daylight, air quality and overall comfort performed at or above industry benchmarks, with spatial quality cited as a key contributor to positive day-to-day experience.
Daylight-led design with human benefit
Access to natural daylight was the most frequently praised feature, with members linking it directly to improved mood, better concentration and reduced fatigue.
Low-carbon performance built in
As-built performance shows a 41.5% reduction in regulated carbon emissions versus a notional baseline, driven by rooftop solar PV, high-efficiency heating and ventilation systems, and LED lighting with presence detection.
Recognised sustainability standards
Nile House achieved a BREEAM ‘Very Good’ rating, with credits across energy, water, transport and wellbeing-related categories.
Lower-carbon travel supported
A central Brighton location, strong public transport access, secure cycle storage and shower facilities support low-carbon commuting and reduced travel during the working day.
Staff and atmosphere as defining strengths
100% of respondents cited staff presence and atmosphere as key strengths, reinforcing the importance of human-centred operations alongside physical design.
Community and connection
Shared and rooftop spaces were seen as meaningful wellbeing assets, helping reduce isolation and support a healthy balance between focus and community.
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