1. Introduction

    Clever Centre Ltd is committed to delivering positive social, economic, and environmental value through everything we do. As an independent organisation championing energy efficiency and clean energy solutions, we recognise that our activities can and should go beyond commercial outcomes to generate lasting benefits for society, local communities, and the environment.

    Our mission is to help businesses reduce costs, cut carbon, and participate meaningfully in the clean energy transition. Through this Social Value Policy, we aim to embed fairness, inclusivity, sustainability, and wellbeing into how we work with our employees, partners, suppliers, and customers.

    Policy Scope

    This policy applies to:

    • All Clever Centre Ltd operations, including employment practices and procurement.
    • The design and delivery of our services, including energy-saving solutions like VorteXtract.
    • Our relationships with suppliers, contractors, and partners.
    • Our influence within the wider business community and energy efficiency sector.

    Our Social Value Objectives

    Clever Centre Ltd aims to:

    1. Create measurable economic, social, and environmental value alongside our core services.
    2. Ensure our supply chains and partnerships promote fair opportunities and ethical practices.
    3. Support inclusive growth by reducing inequalities and improving access to sustainable energy solutions.
    4. Embed carbon reduction and environmental protection into all aspects of our operations.
    5. Provide clear accountability and transparency in the delivery and reporting of social value outcomes.

    Guiding Principles

    1. Embed Values – Social value is not an add-on; it is built into how we design services, engage with clients, and manage supply chains.
    2. Focus Locally – We strive to maximise positive impact in the communities where we and our customers operate, supporting local supply chains and employment.
    3. Be Relevant and Proportionate – We set realistic, meaningful commitments aligned to our role in energy efficiency and the needs of stakeholders.

    Our Social Value Priorities

    Economic

    • Support local and diverse supply chains, with a preference for small businesses and ethical partners.
    • Provide training and skills development in clean energy and energy efficiency.
    • Commit to fair employment practices, including paying at least the Real Living Wage.
    • Foster innovation in sustainability through research, development, and collaboration.

    Social

    • Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion within our workforce and supply chains.
    • Support disadvantaged groups by creating accessible pathways into green jobs.
    • Share knowledge through community engagement, awareness campaigns, and training.
    • Develop partnerships with charities, voluntary groups, and educational organisations to enhance social wellbeing.

    Environmental

    • Operate as a low-carbon business, reducing emissions across our operations and supply chains.
    • Support our customers in achieving measurable carbon reductions through our products and services.
    • Promote circular economy principles, including reducing waste and improving recycling.
    • Contribute to wider green initiatives, including community projects, tree planting, and biodiversity improvement.

    Delivery and Accountability

    • Design: Social value outcomes will be integrated into service design, business planning, and procurement.
    • Sourcing: Suppliers will be assessed not only on cost and quality, but also on their contribution to social value.
    • Measurement: We will establish clear KPIs to monitor delivery of social value, reporting progress annually.
    • Continuous Improvement: We will learn from experience and stakeholder feedback to strengthen our social value impact year by year.

    Governance

    Clever Centre Ltd’s Board of Directors is responsible for overseeing this Social Value Policy. Progress will be reviewed annually and published in line with our commitment to transparency and accountability.

    Future Ambitions

    We will continue to strengthen our social value commitments by:

    • Expanding partnerships with voluntary and community organisations.
    • Developing innovative programmes that combine energy efficiency with wider social and economic benefits.
    • Increasing the accessibility of our services for SMEs and underrepresented groups.
    • Embedding social value impact reporting across all contracts and projects.