A commitment to change.
By our 50th anniversary, our ambition is to have delivered at least fifty progressive and tangible changes to how we think and work – striving for a more sustainable future.
Our mission look like this...
2022
Assembly of CSR charter strategy and commitment established by business leaders and stakeholders. Targets set for alignment with ISO14001 & ISO9001 management system.
2023
Launch sustainability charter with investment in energy-efficient design and operations offices. Implement energy savings in factories; develop an understanding of carbon impact and conduct LCA product studies.
2024
Challenge our existing methods, processes and supply chains to improve profiles. Develop our next generation of product, holding to brand values but reimaging from a sustainable perspective.
2026
50th anniverary: reflect on our Fifty for 50 journey. Reassess goals, considering new intelligence and critique.
2030
Carbon net zero.
Backed by the board...
“It is easy to talk about sustainability, but to deliver on our ambitions we needed an exciting and relatable initiative, accessible to everyone in our business from timber shop operator to CEO. Our intentions are to share both the success and struggles on the journey to 50.”
– Andrew Edwards, Head of Design
As market leaders, we are responsible for protecting future generations. Applying the ethics and hard work that drives us: creating the best, most sustainable working environment for clients.
Designed with longevity and recyclability in mind. Our products incorporate timeless designs, up to 99% recyclable thanks to easy disassembly and marked materials.
We’re documenting everything. From searching for the perfect material to renovating our facilities: read on our latest efforts.
Frequently Asked Questions
As global innovators and manufacturers, we are responsible for taking steps beyond the regulations. We’ve combined some frequently asked questions, helping you understand the ‘what’ and ‘why’ in our campaign.
What is Fifty for 50?
To achieve great things, we need a plan. It is our target to deliver fifty tangible changes between now and 2026, making us a more sustainable organisation. Fifty for 50 gives us a vehicle for the next chapter in sustainability, ultimately raising the bar higher in what we do.
Why limit to 50 goals?
Fifty is actually our minimum! Changing the world seems daunting, so we challenged an ambitious but achievable target of fifty changes. Our journey doesn't end here: we are working to embed a sustainable philosophy in mindsets and activities throughout our organisation.
Is this just for marketing?
No, but marketing is great! We intentionally gave it a catchy name for everyone in the organisation to connect with. The more awareness, the better; this drives the shift globally. We aim to make the journey to 2026 and beyond a transparent journal for people to learn and feel inspired. Our departments will contribute a real change, no matter how big or small.
Why is sustainability important?
We have one planet - environmental degradation is apparent. To secure a healthy and prosperous future for both present and future generations, we must reap the benefits of our actions. SBFI Group additionally understands that sustainability branches to the well-being of the end-user: we put ergonomics and materials at the forefront of what we do, resulting in better, healthier working environments.
What are some specific actions you've taken so far?
Our 'Sustainable Practices' page is full of those! As an idea, we have a design philosophy focussing on products that last, including modularity for adaptable needs. Additionally, we create solutions for upcycling products at the end of life. Wasted energy to service these models is utilised as local energy.
How can I get involved?
By supporting our products and initiatives, you are already involved. Sign-up for our Sustainability Newsletter for challenges, call-outs and more.
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