Corby-based See Limited has been awarded Innovation of the Year at this year’s National Building and Construction Awards, taking home the prestigious Gold Award during a black-tie ceremony held at the Leonardo Royal London Tower Bridge Hotel.
The Northants-based holding company – responsible for businesses involved in the supply, distribution, and fabrication of wood veneer and decorative laminate panels within the UK’s built environment sector – was recognised for its pioneering efforts to reduce the environmental impact of its industry. According to the UK Green Building Council, this sector accounts for around 40% of the UK’s total carbon footprint.
Driven by a strong focus on innovation, See Limited has introduced an impressive portfolio of zero-carbon products, including BioCarbon Laminates, which it says is the UK’s first zero-carbon range of solid grade and high-pressure laminates for commercial washroom environments, and BioCarbon Worktops, which it claims as the UK’s first carbon-neutral kitchen worktop designed for UK homeowners.
The company has also partnered with environmental consultants and the Sustainable Business Alliance to deliver independent, third-party assessments such as a Life Cycle Analysis, an Environmental Product Declaration covering the full ‘Cradle-to-Grave’ lifecycle of its products, and an annual sustainability report.
The national award win marks two consecutive years of success at the National Building and Construction Awards, having taken the title for Sustainability at last year’s awards.
