Landscape & Urban Design Issue 60 2023 | Page 79

LANDSCAPING SERVICES
David Henderson , Managing Director and owner of Tobermore commented on the win : “ Tobermore is delighted to be named Sustainable Manufacturing Business of the Year . Sustainability is a key strategic focus for our business and although we don ’ t do it for awards , it is wonderful to be recognised in this way . This accolade marks a key milestone in our sustainability journey and is a credit to our team and the sustainability ethos they have embedded .”
Last year , the responsible manufacturer released Environmental Product Declarations ( EPDs ) for their paving , walling and kerb products . EPDs provide their customers with comparable , objective and third-party verified environmental data .
Furthermore , Tobermore have begun planting over 44,000 trees in Northern Ireland . The initiative promises to have a positive environmental impact while supporting local biodiversity .
Business Eye judging panel chairman , Richard Buckley commented on Tobermore ’ s entry : “ Tobermore ’ s was a stand-out entry in the highly competitive manufacturing category . In an industry with some significant environmental challenges , Tobermore has made huge strides towards embracing sustainability throughout both its manufacturing process as well as its organisation as a whole .”
For more information on Sustainability at Tobermore visit : tobermore . co . uk / about-us / sustainability /
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