Desert Group
Sustainability Policy
Effective Date: January 2026
Applies to: All Desert Group companies, projects, and operations
1. Policy Statement
Desert Group is committed to delivering landscape, horticultural, construction, and consulting services in a manner that is environmentally responsible, socially beneficial, and economically resilient.
We recognise sustainability not as a separate discipline, but as an integrated approach that enhances project performance, reduces risk, improves long-term value, and supports the wellbeing of people and ecosystems.
This policy establishes Desert Group’s commitment to embedding sustainability principles across design, procurement, construction, operations, and stewardship.
2. Guiding Principles
Desert Group’s sustainability approach is guided by the following principles:
Compliance First: Meet or exceed all applicable local laws, regulations, and client sustainability requirements.
Practical Implementation:
Prioritise solutions that are buildable, measurable, and operationally viable.
Integrated Design:
Align sustainability outcomes with landscape, engineering, and architectural systems.
Resource Efficiency:
Reduce water, energy, material use, and waste wherever feasible. Environmental Stewardship: Protect and enhance soil health, biodiversity, and ecological function. Human Wellbeing: Create landscapes that improve thermal comfort, health, and quality of life. Continuous Improvement: Regularly review and improve sustainability performance and practices.
3. Scope of Application
This policy applies to:
All Desert Group subsidiaries and business units
All projects delivered by Desert Group (design, build, supply, consulting)
All employees, subcontractors, and suppliers engaged on behalf of Desert Group
4. Environmental Commitments
Desert Group commits to:
Responsible water management, including conservation, reuse, and efficient irrigation systems Soil protection and regeneration through appropriate planting, mulching, and landscape practices Selection of climate-appropriate, resilient, and regionally suitable plant species
Reduction of waste through reuse, recycling, and responsible disposal
Minimisation of environmental impact during construction and operations
Where appropriate, Desert Group aligns its practices with recognised frameworks such as:
- LEED (or equivalent)
- ISO 14001 principles
- Local authority sustainability guidelines
- Client-specific ESG requirements
5. Social & Workforce Commitments
Desert Group is committed to:
- Providing a safe and healthy working environment
- Complying with labour laws, worker welfare standards, and ethical employment practices
- Supporting skills development, training, and sustainability awareness
- Engaging respectfully with communities and stakeholders
6. Governance & Responsibility
Overall responsibility for sustainability governance rests with Desert Group senior management. Project-level sustainability responsibilities are assigned as appropriate to project teams. A dedicated sustainability leadership function supports integration, guidance, and continuous improvement across the Group.
7. Monitoring & Review
This policy is reviewed periodically to ensure continued relevance, compliance, and alignment with:
- Regulatory requirements
- Client expectations
- Industry best practice
- Desert Group’s evolving strategic direction