The Greensleeves care home chain has revealed that it sends no waste to landfill as it makes “progress on its net zero ambitions”.

The charity, which runs 26 care homes across the UK, says that it is working with commercial waste management firm Zest Recycle to manage and monitor its waste collection and recycling.

Its latest social impact report reveals that 49% of its waste is recycled and the remaining non-recyclable waste is “converted into refuse-derived fuel, ensuring that no waste is sent to landfill”.

In addition, it has installed smart meters and water meters across its home to give “us greater insight into consumption and helping us identify opportunities to reduce energy use and wate waste.

It has also introduced an electric vehicle scheme for staff.

“Together, these initiatives reflect our commitment to creating social value, supporting stronger communities and operating more responsibly for the benefit of current and future generations.”

Its social impact report also reveals that its staff turnover is below the national average for the care home sector and its commitment to apprenticeships has received a Gold accreditation from The 5% Club, which supports organisations to help tackle youth unemployment and skills shortages.

Greensleeves Care chief executive Chris Poole added: “We have continued to invest in our homes, strengthen the way we work and develop our teams, while extending our impact well beyond through community connections and campaigns that help more people feel good about care.

“The achievements highlighted in this report give us strong foundations to build on as we continue to improve, innovate and deliver positive outcomes for older people, their families and the communities we serve.”

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