Gaze Burvill Ltd

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Gaze Burvill Ltd Sustainability Actions

Set aside 1% of turnover

“Sustainability is essential to our future. Embracing this principle, Gaze Burvill sets aside 1% of turnover for its environmental causes fund, which supports the work of Woodland Heritage, a charity devoted to improving the sustainable management and health of the UK’s forests.”

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Uses certified timber

The oak used in its outdoor kitchens and outdoor furniture is grown and imported from forests in France, and the company says it takes great care to ensure that all timber suppliers are PEFC or FSC certified.

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Installed solar panels

In 2016, PV array (solar panels) were installed on the workshop roof, reducing consumption of non-renewable energy whilst shifting energy use towards renewable sources. The panels generate 44Kw of power directly into the workshop with any surplus being fed back into the National Grid.

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Uses biomass heating

The state of the art premises are heated throughout by a modern bio-mass boiler fuelled by the company’s production waste. The energy generated by the boiler provides heating across the workshops, offices, display area and two cottages.

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Recycles waste materials

Reducing and recycling waste is described as one of the simplest and most effective ways to be a sustainable business. The company recycles waste paper, packaging and plastics used in the offices and workshops, and says there is no plastic packaging or waste when shipping its products.

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Minimises water usage

Where possible the business reuses water and ensures that it minimises water usage across the business.

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Uses long-life design

The company says good design and longevity go hand in hand, and that creating pieces which can be passed down generations is a great way to become more sustainable. It believes the best counter to the throw-away society is to offer well-made pieces that will last, and never go out of style.

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Held wood sustainability event

On 2 March 2023, Gaze Burvill held a trade event at Lodge Farm entitled ‘Using Wood for Good: Design in the Sustainable Age’. The audience, panel and team discussed how wood can and should be used in all aspects of design, followed by a tour of the workshops.

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About Gaze Burvill Ltd

  • Status
  • Unverified
  • Employees
  • 5 - 25
  • Country
  • United Kingdom