Bigger than us.
Our commitment to human and planetary health
Across the Pioneer community, we share an ambition to bring about positive change. As a life sciences and real estate company, we have a privileged opportunity to help address the bigger reality facing nature and society.
We recognise that climate change is an existential threat and that our sector is responsible for nearly 40% of carbon emissions. But through innovation and working together, it’s possible to tackle even the biggest challenges.
We’re proud that our real estate sustains the largest community of scientists, technologists and entrepreneurs in Europe — all focused on the health of our planet and people.
As facilitators of this work, we have a clear purpose:
Bigger than us is our mission to create, develop and operate places of work that address the bigger picture, by minimising negative environmental impacts while maximising human, societal and planetary health.
It’s a mission to create long-term value for all our stakeholders. It guides our whole way of working at Pioneer, committing us to responsible and sustainable practices — both socially and environmentally — and consistently high standards of corporate governance.
Through the environmental, social and governance choices we make, we can have a positive impact on the bigger picture
1. Sustainable places
We are working to minimise our environmental impact by repurposing and reusing resources, reducing emissions and building to the highest standards while promoting sustainability and biodiversity.
By improving the operational efficiency of our building management and infrastructure, we can reduce energy consumption and loss, while continuing to switch towards renewable sources.
Our Priorities:
#1 Retaining and repurposing existing infrastructure
Whether we are growing into new locations or expanding our existing sites, we retain and repurpose existing buildings wherever possible. This circular economy approach makes best use of existing infrastructure, materials, and embodied energy, minimizes waste generation and reduces the need for new resource extraction.
#2 Building to the highest standards for energy efficiency, conservation and emissions
In situations where our science communities have outgrown their site, and it’s necessary to build new infrastructure, we will do so to the highest industry standards possible, seeking opportunities to be sustainable and biodiverse through our building projects, and making sure we comply with all relevant environmental laws and regulations.
#3 Enhancing biodiversity and promoting healthy natural environments
We seek opportunities and support organisations that are working to protect, conserve and encourage biodiversity. Developing working environments that are closer to nature is socially responsible, helping to enhance the mental wellbeing of our communities.
#4 Promoting environmentally conscious practices in all aspects of our work
We seek opportunities to minimise our environmental impact by:
1. Conserving energy and resources through efficient practices
2. Preventing pollution and minimising waste generation
3. Promoting responsible water management and conservation
4. Pursuing opportunities and initiatives that promote sustainability and biodiversity
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“We want to create, develop and operate places of work that minimise negative environmental impacts while maximising human, societal and planetary health. Together we can innovate a future of more sustainable places, healthier communities, and better ways of working.”
Our Priorities:
#1 Supporting medical research through fundraising and volunteering
We partner with a number of medical research charities in the UK and support their excellent work through fundraising and volunteering activities.
#2 Inspiring the next generation of scientists and entrepreneurs
We work with schools and charities to show children of all backgrounds how a career in science, technology and/or entrepreneurship could be for them.
#3 Providing healthy and more natural working environments for our employees, contractors, and visitors
We’re creating workplaces that prioritise safety and promote wellbeing. We’re working to enhance biodiversity at our sites, partnering with rewilding charities to make our workplaces more in tune with nature — and in turn, more conducive to happy, healthy, productive working.
#4 Promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion for everyone we employ
We are committed to promoting diversity, inclusion and a sense of belonging for everyone at Pioneer Group. We treat all our employees and job applicants equally, and we’re working to make sureensure none of our people experience less favourable treatment in any aspect of their employment.
#5 Prioritizing the well-being and fair treatment of our supply chain partners and ensure ensuring ethical sourcing practices
We are committed to upholding human rights and treating all individuals with dignity and respect.
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2022
Zen Bus, massage & relax sessions along with outdoor catering
2023
- Relaunch of Outdoor Gym with PT sessions
- Knockout Challenge Event with Hog Roast
- Macmillan Coffee Morning
- Bulb Planting – Include Local Primary Schools
- Mission Christmas – Collecting Children’s Christmas Present donations
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- Outdoor Gym
- Weekly Yoga Sessions
- Roller Skating Club
- Football
- Croquete
3. Being true to ourselves
We want to demonstrate a more ethical approach to business, by being fair and accountable, pursuing best practices for governance and promoting a culture of integrity.
We embrace openness, trust and strong working relationships in our work. We’re committed to meeting our legal obligations, pursuing industry best practices and safeguarding all our stakeholders’ interests.
Our Priorities:
#1 Upholding high standards of transparency, integrity and accountability
We’re working to build and maintain strong and open relationships with our investors, customers and employees, and to promote transparency, integrity and accountability in all aspects of our business.
#2 Maintaining an independent and diverse range of leaders, with appropriate expertise and experience
We need leaders with the range of skills and experience necessary for delivering our Bigger than us mission. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in appointing our directors and everyone with a leadership role at Pioneer Group.
#3 Communicating our Bigger than Us mission and promoting a culture of integrity across Pioneer Group
We’re working to make sure our commitments on environment, society and governance are effectively communicated across the organisation, so that everyone has a clear view of our goals, and the role they can play.