A HEREFORDSHIRE housing association has become a member of the Future Homes Hub, a collaborative initiative driving progress in the homebuilding and social housing sectors to deliver high quality, sustainable homes.

The Platform Housing Group, which has properties in Ross-on-Wye, joins Future Homes Hub to support Net Zero ambitions.

By working alongside developers, suppliers, housing providers and government, the Future Homes Hub addresses the practical challenges of climate change, resource efficiency, biodiversity and customer wellbeing, all central to Platform’s five golden sustainability metrics.

Joining the hub marks another step forward in Platform’s ambition to reach Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, a core objective of its corporate strategy.

The partnership will also strengthen Platform’s ability to measure and monitor whole life carbon in its developments, providing essential insight into the environmental impact of each home over time.

Platform will collaborate through the Future Homes Hub to creating vibrant communities, where people and nature can flourish together.

Elizabeth Froude, chief executive of Platform Housing Group said: “We know that the homes and communities we build and manage today will shape future generations. That’s why it’s essential we collaborate, share knowledge and lead with purpose.

“The Future Homes Hub provides a vital forum to accelerate innovation and action across the housing sector and I’m proud to have been part of its journey since day one.

“At Platform we are deeply committed to reducing emissions, enhancing biodiversity and delivering homes that are not only affordable but truly sustainable.”

The Platform Housing Group has also been shortlisted for a national sustainability award in the Company of the Year category.

The shortlisting recognises the housing group’s strong commitment to creating positive environmental and social impact - from cutting carbon and enhancing biodiversity to supporting the wellbeing of its customers and communities.