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"I choose to work at BRE because I want to do something meaningful. I want to develop solutions that are impactful, such as BREEAM and LPCB, which are both internationally recognised standards for performance." For over 100 years, BRE’s science-based solutions have been used to tackle some of today’s toughest global challenges, specifically in sustainability and improving the safety and security of buildings and infrastructure. Watch BRE colleagues share how their roles at BRE contribute to our purpose to support a thriving and sustainable built environment. Find out more about working for BRE and view our current vacancies: https://bregroup.com/about-us-2/careers/
"If we were to mitigate all those hazards in the next year, we would be saving around £136bn." Since 2010, BRE has produced reports on the costs of treating people affected by poor housing in England, looking at the impacts to the NHS and wider society. Amy Gray, BRE's Head of Public Affairs, Policy and PR, speaks to two of our housing experts, Helen Garrett and Susie Margoles on how they developed the reports and their key headline figures. Read our most recent report, The Cost of Ignoring Poor Housing, which reveals the £9bn to improve the 2.4m poor homes in England would pay for itself within 9 years based on NHS savings alone:
"Caroline has demonstrated clear ambition and commitment to help tackle climate change and support BRE in delivering our purpose to make an impact. Through her work with local authority customers, she provides valuable data and expert analysis on climate change and net zero within the existing housing stock," said BRE CEO, Gillian Charlesworth. Congratulations to Caroline Hughes, Senior Consultant in BRE's Housing and Health team, who has been selected by the Women of the Future Programme as one of 50 talented female trailblazers and role models at the forefront of ESG. The programme selects those who have made a lasting and positive impact on their organisations, environment and wider society and aims to inspire other women to be a force for good and shine a light on positive examples of innovation, creativity and talent. Read the full Women of the Future: 50 rising stars in ESG list:
At BRE we produce research that contributes to making homes safer and more sustainable. Our new report reveals that tackling cold homes would save the NHS £540mn per year, with over 700,000 homes in England defined as being excessively cold. Our report also finds that the risk of falls associated with stairs continue to be the most common cause of poorer housing, with the report finding half of the most serious risks of falls on stairs hazards could be mitigated for less than £500. Gillian Charlesworth, CEO of BRE said: “Today’s analysis reminds us just how much of an impact poorly insulated and inadequately heated homes are having on residents and our public services, particularly in the poorest quality properties.” “It’s clear from our research that there are major benefits to be reaped from improving the efficiency of England’s homes, particularly as households grapple with record energy prices and public services face significant pressure.”
At BRE our expertise is used to solve some of the biggest challenges such as climate change. With a new report, we are calling on the UK Government to go further and faster to decarbonise heating and help us meet net zero by 2050. Moving away from oil and gas boilers to heat our homes, is essential to provide the long-term security of our energy system, and key to unlocking market growth, creating green jobs, and mitigating against energy price volatility. Our report "Decarbonising Heat in Britain’s Buildings" found that it’s likely that heat pumps will be the dominant technology used in the transition to low carbon heat. But also found that most of the public (62%) don’t feel confident about the benefits of installing one in their home. Hear from Jane Goddard, our Group Director of Corporate Affairs and David Weatherall, BRE Consultant as they explain the purpose of the report and the urgent need to decarbonise homes. Read more: https://bregroup.com/press-releases/bre-calls-on-uk-government-to-improve-the-energy-efficiency-of-britains-homes/
We’re building a diverse and talented team at BRE because we know that different perspectives, experiences, and skills help us be more innovative and enable us to deliver effective solutions for our customers. Our thriving colleague networks include LGBTQ+, Race, Neurodiversity and Women at BRE and are each supported by a sponsor from our Executive team. They stimulate discussion, influence corporate policy and help guide communications and engagement activities.
As part of our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, we are aiming to achieve a diverse and gender-balanced team and eliminate the pay gap between men and women at BRE. We have made significant progress to our mean gender pay gap, which has reduced from an average of 25% in 2017 to 7.2% in April 2021. We are committed to achieving a diverse and gender balanced team and eliminating the pay gap between men and women at BRE and are continuing to take steps towards this. Find out more and view the full report:
At BRE we contribute to a thriving and sustainable world by offering colleagues a day every year to volunteer and improve the built environment. In 2022, through the award-winning community investment and engagement platform, Neighbourly, more than 80 BRE colleagues volunteered to help good causes. Volunteering gives BRE colleagues the chance to use their expertise to advise on buildings, as well as hands-on projects involving painting, decorating, and building refurbishments which help support people in difficult circumstances.
We are proud of the diversity of our team and use our difference to drive innovation. Our collaborative approach to working supports our inclusive environment, encouraging individuals to contribute their whole self to working with us, for the benefit of the entire planet. We joined over 900 organisations in signing the Race at Work Charter, an initiative set up by Business in the Community in 2018 to help businesses commit to improving equal opportunities for Black, Asian, Mixed Race and ethnically diverse employees in the UK. “By taking collective action, we can break down workplace barriers, raise the aspirations and achievements of talented individuals regardless of their ethnicity and deliver an enormous boost to the long-term economic position of the UK,” said Jane Goddard, Executive Sponsor for Race.
BRE’s purpose is to contribute to a thriving and sustainable world by developing science-led solutions to built environment challenges. In 2022, we joined Business in the Community (BITC), the largest and longest-established membership organisation dedicated to responsible business. As a BITC Member, BRE undergoes regular responsible business health checks so we can make sure we are operating as a responsible business. Formed in 1982 with His Majesty King Charles III as its Royal Founding Patron, BITC members include 600 businesses across Britain and Northern Ireland. https://bregroup.com/news/bre-joins-business-in-the-community-to-embed-its-commitment-to-being-a-responsible-business/
