Case Study:
Successfully delivering a phased, low-carbon
community heating system in Islington
Environment & Training - Regeneration, Packington Estate, Islington
A sustainable heating system makes up the core of the re-development of this mixed-use community estate in Islington.
This scheme is powered by CHP plant, a wood pellet biomass boiler and gas-fired boilers as well as a large heat store. The sustainable community heating system meets the energy demand of the 521 affordable houses and flats; 301 private flats; Community Centre; Youth Centre; workshops; and commercial units.
Training and Skills
Rydon engaged with Havering's newly launched apprenticeship scheme to develop skills and opportunities within the local community. Working with Hyde Housing and The Prince's Trust, Rydon has delivered a programme of training and experience for 16 to 25 year old unemployed residents. They attended taster days with ten being selected in autumn 2008 for the first of The Prince's Trust's "Get into Construction" courses to be run on a live construction site. All of the residents passed their CSCS certificate and two were offered apprenticeships at Rydon.
CSR topics
CSR Case Studies
- Ivor Goodsite – Have you!
- Giving Something Back
- Linking Employers with Local Schools
- New North Children's Centre
- Low Carbon Refurbishment
- Working with Local People and Businesses
- Christmas in the Community
- Being part of the Community
- Healthy Living
- Mountfield Gypsy Traveller Project
- iCAM initiative helps Rydon Maintenance link up with local decorating firm
- Photovoltaic cells to provide free power to a 23-storey tower block
- Successfully delivering a phased, low-carbon community heating system in Islington
- A creatively managed site environment leading to a more sustainable development
- Enhancing Learning Outcomes
- Sustainable design and the promotion of resource efficiency
- Rydon Maintenance completes decoration of children's play area
- The Wealden Skills Centre
- Thamesview Vocational Centre
- Apprenticeships and educational opportunities for residents
- Summer work experience initiative
