As a specialist contractor in housing refurbishment, retrofit and decarbonisation, we recognise the role we play in reducing carbon emissions and improving the performance of existing buildings. Refurbishment and retrofit are key to achieving net zero, enabling improved energy efficiency while avoiding the significant embodied carbon associated with new construction.
R Benson operates an ISO 14001 accredited Environmental Management System, ensuring that our environmental responsibilities are managed in a structured, measurable way.
Sustainable Refurbishment & Retrofit
We specialise in refurbishment and retrofit works across the social housing sector delivering projects that improve building performance and reduce environmental impact.
Our approach includes:
- Enhancing thermal performance through insulation and fabric upgrades
- Installing energy-efficient heating and renewable systems
- Improving air tightness and ventilation
- Upgrading windows, doors and lighting systems
Through these measures, we support clients in:
- Reducing operational carbon emissions
- Lowering energy consumption and costs
- Achieving EPC targets and net zero ambitions
Our expanding retrofit capability enables us to provide turnkey decarbonisation solutions, supporting the transition to low-carbon housing.
Carbon Reduction & Net Zero
We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and supporting our clients’ sustainability goals.
- Commitment to achieving Net Zero operations by 2030
- Transition towards a hybrid vehicle fleet to reduce transport emissions
- Ongoing investment in low-carbon technologies and construction methods
- Supporting clients to meet Net Zero housing targets by 2050
You can view our detailed commitments in our Carbon Reduction Plan here.
View our Environmental Policy here.
View our Mission Statement here.
View our Modern Slavery Policy here