Jewson has opened its first sustainability centre as part of its newly refurbished branch in Cringleford, Norwich.
The sustainability centre presents the company's Building for the Future product range, which aims to help tradespeople and builders comply with the upcoming Future Homes Standard.
As well as an expanded product range covering over 1,500 SKUs from more than 30 suppliers, the Cringleford branch has dedicated sustainability ambassadors who can provide resources, training and expertise on a range of sustainability topics.
The launch presents another significant milestone on Jewson's stated journey to bring tradespeople what they need to grow their own businesses, and for the business to become the leading builders’ merchant in the UK.
As part of its parent company STARK Building Materials UK’s ‘Trust in Better’ strategy, Jewson is implementing a comprehensive investment programme to optimise its branch network, including major refurbishment projects and investments in sustainability centres, such as the Cringleford branch.
Matthew Handley, Category Innovation Manager at Jewson, explained: “We know sustainability can be a daunting topic for many of our customers, but it also presents an opportunity to upskill and work towards a greener future for the industry. We’re making it easy for customers to meet requirements such as the Future Homes Standard, by offering a wide range of products and by sharing our own knowledge.
“Our in-house sustainability ambassadors have been specially trained to guide our customers through everything, from material selection to installation advice. We are also partnering with our suppliers to deliver expert-led sessions and practical workshops from the sustainability centre, helping our customers to build sustainably, with confidence.”
Connor Laskey, Branch Manager at Jewson, added: “I’m proud to be launching Jewson’s first sustainability centre from the Cringleford branch, bringing the region’s builders everything they need for a greener future, right here in Norwich.
"I’m looking forward to welcoming local tradespeople, businesses and partners to the new-look branch, where our expert team is on hand to talk through the latest products and services for a more sustainable future.”
