Greencore Homes is proud to have joined Plunkett UK as a supporter member in recognition of the organisations’ shared commitment to creating thriving, inclusive and resilient communities.
As a leading expert in community ownership, Plunkett UK is delighted to welcome Greencore Homes as its latest Supporter Member.
Greencore Homes is a UK housebuilder with a mission to transform the housebuilding sector through its innovative approach to building Better Than Net Zero homes and creating climate-positive communities across the Oxford to Cambridge corridor and surrounding counties.
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A shared vision
This new collaboration recognises the organisations’ shared vision for community infrastructure and services that create connection and a sense of belonging even from the first phase of a brand-new development, with a focus on environmentally innovative solutions.
Environmental sustainability is already embedded in Plunkett’s support for rural community businesses, through its specialist advice, climate-focused Special Interest Groups and practical tools.
Greencore recognises the expertise and insights Plunkett will bring to its future sites and ambitions.
Oliver Luard, Partnerships and Investments Director at Greencore Homes, said, “We support Plunkett’s mission for thriving, resilient and inclusive communities as this is exactly what we want to replicate on our sites. Plunkett has extensive expertise and experience to share with us as they support a 900-strong community business sector.
“Community businesses have a proven track record of bringing people together and creating spaces for connections. Greencore Homes is committed to creating places for people to not only live, but places where people feel they belong and are empowered to shape the long-term stewardship of their communities.”
Harriet English, Deputy Chief Executive at Plunkett UK, says, “We are really excited to welcome Greencore Homes as one of our newest supporter members. It is clear that our organisations enjoy a shared commitment to exemplary placemaking and putting the right infrastructure in place to help brand new communities thrive.
“Through membership of Plunkett, Greencore is demonstrating its commitment to community creation and working in collaboration to ensure their future developments instil community values from day one.”
About Greencore Homes
Greencore Homes is a sustainable housebuilder focused on delivering Better Than Net Zero homes and creating climate-positive communities across the Oxford to Cambridge corridor and surrounding counties.
Backed by M&G Investments, through its Catalyst investment strategy, Greencore combines innovative design, sustainable construction and strong local partnerships to address the UK’s need for high-quality, energy-efficient housing.
With a growing development pipeline, the business is well positioned to deliver a significant programme of sustainable homes in the years ahead.
Plunkett’s Placemaking Strategy
With a 100-year proven track record in placemaking and creating resilient, thriving and inclusive communities, Plunkett is actively exploring partnerships of a similar nature with other leading house developers in other rural settings across the UK whose values and passion for community creation align with theirs.
If you would like to find out more about our work visit our webpage by clicking the button below and get in touch with our placemaking team.
