Recreating decent green jobs that are likely to grow 21st century economies

The construction industry consumes truckloads of basic materials and in England it’s the single largest source of waste. The combined impacts of the embodied carbon and use of building products ( over £30bn worth a year) is estimated to make up one fifth of the national carbon footprint with transport alone making up a third of all road freight traffic.

According to a study conducted by (Bioregional) the total value of construction industry related work represented 39% refurbishment 23% maintenance and 16% new build. The use of construction materials has a significant impact on the UK sustainability. Annually they account for 19% of total national ecological footprint, 23% of the national greenhouse gas emissions, 420 million tonnes of material consumption and 30% of all road freight on UK roads. There are multiple reasons why the industry urgently needs a transition to a low-carbon.

A weak performance by the construction industry and constraint on natural resources may force the economy back into recession. This emphasises for a creative and innovative revolution greater and faster than the industrial revolution to avoid a major catastrophe. Reuse of construction materials offers competitive advantages to business worldwide and helps to create opportunity for decent green jobs that are likely to grow 21st century economies but in a way that keeps humanity’s footprint within planetary boundaries.

2recreateinteriors offers specialist creative innovative and entrepreneurship ideas that reduces waste land filling and opens the door for new businesses. Our Dilapidation Project is a specialist office strip out service aimed at the commercial market and construction industry. We provide our clients with sustainable, socially responsible and environmental means of waste disposal solutions which helps in their Corporate Social Responsibility in their chosen fields.

Businesses are facing increasing challenges from the rise in extreme weather events such as drought, heat waves and floods. In this changing environment, companies that move first to address the risks and develop innovative strategies to adapt to climate change are likely to be winners and gain a competitive advantage moving forward.

Communities around the world are already dealing with the impact of climate change and since companies depend on community members as suppliers, customers and employees, need to count on local services and infrastructure to be able to operate efficiently. The wellbeing of communities on the frontlines of climate change and the viability of companies are intricately intertwined.

Addressing Social exclusion through sustainable entrepreneurship, creativity and innovation.

2Recreate is a social enterprise that addresses Social exclusion in a sustainable manner through entrepreneurship. We provide sustainability oriented services to businesses, governments and individuals who are committed to corporate social responsibility and are acting on it.
Social exclusion is an issue that affects both developing and developed countries and has been compounded by globalisation. Social exclusion occurs when individuals do not have or have limited access to their basic human rights whether it is education, age discrimination, health services, water, shelter, technology or a fair living wage. Companies and individuals play an important role in reducing the effects of social exclusion by contributing to sustainable development through implementation of strategic CSR and sustainability programmes.
Although not a signatory of the UN Global Compact, 2Recreate researches and disseminates information on the role of business and individuals in reducing social exclusion in a range of ways in the chosen locality. Below are some of the highlights of our efforts in this area.

Recognizing Need for Benefits Appealing to young and Old Workers

The active ageing approach is based on the recognition of the human rights of older people and the United Nation Principle of independence, participation, dignity, care and self-fulfilment. It shifts strategic planning away from a need based approach that recognizes the rights of people to equality of opportunity and treatment in all aspect of life as they grow older.
Ageing should be a positive experience, longer life must be accompanied by continuing opportunities for health, participation, security and employment. The idea that everyone over age 60 is dependent is however a false assumption. Societies that value social justice must strive to ensure that all policies and practices uphold and guarantee the rights of all people, regardless of age.
Age discrimination in the construction is a significant barrier to employment and despite government legislation to prevent it, the problem persists. Too many over 50s are unemployed, which is a waste of skills and experience and loss to the economy. Majority of workers over 50 (62% of women and 59% of men) want to continue working beyond state pension age. 60% would like to continue working after state pension but on a part-time basis.
Longer life expectancies lead to an ageing population, thus the need to create more age-friendly workplaces. The need to attract younger talent, while holding onto experienced workers is creating a demand for financial benefits plan that appeal to a multigenerational workforce. 2RECREATE will create jobs opportunity which are flexible and targeted to over 50s, employ people that can deliver quality workmanship, people with experience and who can be trusted. By working with mature builders and matching them with refugees and young people, plays the role in talent management and helps to educate young people about ageing and paying careful attention to upholding the rights of older people will help to reduce and eliminate discrimination and abuse.