Sustainability
At Hemsö, we do more than just build and manage properties. We create living environments with people in focus. Our vision is to strengthen the backbone of society, and we do this by providing nursing homes, schools, and hospital beds in the community.
Long-term community developer
At Hemsö, we want to reduce the footprint of our operations while increasing the long-term sustainability of our properties. This is why we build with care, always with people in focus and act responsibly at every level.
We know that there are negative impacts on the environment and climate when we build and manage these properties. The construction industry accounts for a large proportion of emissions in Europe, so the industry and we need to undergo a transition.
Sustainability goals and ambitions
Sustainability permeates everything we do. We certify our properties for sustainability and work actively to reduce our environmental impact and energy use.
Selected sustainability goals and ambitions:
- 100 per cent of our properties will have a climate adaptation plan.
- Reduce energy intensity by 20 per cent.
- Achieve net zero emissions throughout the value chain (scope 1, 2 and 3) by 2040.
- Vision zero in terms of accidents related to our properties.
- 100 per cent of all new construction must be environmentally certified.
- The engagement index to be at least 77 per cent.
- The customer satisfaction index of at least 75 out of 100.
- 100 per cent of our business partners must sign our Code of Conduct for Suppliers.
- Return on equity to be at least 15 per cent on average over a five-year period.
sustainable framework
Sustainable Financing
Hemsö was the first company in the Nordic region (2016) to issue a sustainable bond. In addition to environmental sustainability, we also include social sustainability aspects and investments in the bonds.
Society and our responsibility
As property owners, we have an important role in society. Through cooperation with various organisations, we contribute to a more inclusive society.
Three dimensions of sustainability
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Social sustainabilityPeople in focus
For Hemsö, social sustainability means contributing to the development of a society that prioritises human needs and well-being.
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Environmental sustainabilityBuild and own with care
By building and owning with care, where the life cycle of the property is always in focus, we ensure circular construction and refurbishment.
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Economical sustainabilityResponsible at all levels
Responsibility is in our DNA. It is one of our values that guides us in always doing the right thing at every level.
Responsible business conduct
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ReportingAnnual Report
Every year, Hemsö prepares a sustainability report in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative’s (GRI) guidelines, the GRI Standards 2021, as defined on pages 57–59 of the annual report.
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PolicySustainability Policy
The sustainability policy and targets are reviewed annually to ensure that the work is going in the right direction.
Sustainability Policy (PDF)
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