Our Commitment to Sustainability
At the Heritage Window Collection, sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. As part of the Deceuninck family, our practices set the standard for our industry, following Science Based Targets to contribute to sustainable living standards. We continually invest in recycling technology and facilitate waste stream collection, minimising our carbon footprint and environmental impact as much as possible.
Our Journey to Net Zero with the Science Based Targets Initiative
Cut COâ‚‚ emissions from our operations (Scope 1 & 2 emissions) by 60% by 2030
Lower emissions from our supply chain (Scope 3) by 48% per tonne by 2030
Achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050
We’re committed to being part of the solution to climate change, making UK homes warmer and more energy efficient by developing products that perform better, are made more sustainably, and are easier to recycle at the end of their life.
That’s why we’ve signed up to the Science Based Targets Initiative, the corporate climate action programme. What this means is that we’ve made a measurable commitment to change the way we work in the name of sustainability.
It’s a bold undertaking. With future growth factored in, we must reduce our COâ‚‚ emissions per tonne of product by 75% to meet our 2030 Scope 1 and 2 goals – a commitment that far exceeds the Science Based Targets Initiative’s minimum requirement of 42%. But we are committed to achieving our sustainability goals and creating altogether greener windows and doors for UK homes.
How we plan to meet our goals and continue to lead in PVC-U recycling
We’re driving a meaningful shift in how our operations affect the environment.
Our ‘Conscious Production Process’ sets out clear commitments: cutting energy and water usage in manufacturing, sourcing renewable power, reducing waste, and choosing raw materials responsibly. Our approach is backed by robust standards, including ISO 14001, ISO 9001, ISO 5001 and EUCertPlas certification. We are also proud members of VinylPlus and EPPA.
Alongside sourcing renewable energy and investing in solar, our state-of-the-art recycling facility is central to reducing our carbon footprint.
Since opening in 2017, the facility has been capable of reprocessing up to 45,000 tonnes of post-consumer and post-manufacturing PVC-U each year – potentially preventing more than three million old windows and doors from ending up in landfill annually.
The carbon savings are significant too. Using recycled PVC-U for new windows and doors cuts COâ‚‚ emissions by around 90,000 tonnes compared to using virgin materials, while also reducing energy usage by 90%.
Whether you live in a conservation area or simply admire the charm of period-inspired design, our Heritage Collection windows and doors offer a way to embrace classic style without compromising modern values. Every window and door captures the elegance of timber, complete with authentic detailing, while being engineered for 21st century living.
Behind the traditional appearance also lies advanced performance. Our Heritage frames deliver impressive thermal efficiency, helping to lower energy bills and reduce carbon emissions. With a longer lifespan, minimal maintenance, and recyclable materials, they’re better for your home and the planet.
