Our locations throughout BC were designed with sustainability in mind. Our sustainable facilities demonstrate our commitment to environmental responsibility, ensuring we operate efficiently and reduce our carbon footprint. This dedication not only helps protect the planet but also provides a healthier, more enjoyable experience for our customers and employees.

Sustainability @ 295

Sensor Lighting

Sensor Lighting

Utilizing sensor lighting throughout our facilities offer significant environmental benefits by reducing energy consumption and minimizing carbon footprints. These systems automatically adjust lighting based on occupancy and natural light levels, ensuring that lights are only used when necessary. Additionally, sensor lighting decreases the need for frequent bulb replacements, reducing waste and the environmental impact associated with manufacturing and disposal of lighting components.

Natural Light and Biophilia

Natural Light and Biophilia

Natural light and biophilia contribute significantly to environmental sustainability by reducing the need for artificial lighting and lowering energy consumption. Incorporating natural light and biophilic design elements into buildings enhances occupant well-being while promoting energy efficiency, thereby reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Furthermore, these design principles support biodiversity and create healthier, more productive environments by connecting people with nature.

Eco-Friendly Transportation Options

Eco-Friendly Transportation Options

Our 295 location is close to SkyTrain and major bus routes, encouraging the use of public transportation for both our employees and clients, reducing the reliance on personal vehicles and decreasing greenhouse gas emissions. The neighbourhood is also bike and pedestrian friendly, encouraging both a sustainable and healthy commute. This accessibility promotes lower energy consumption and lessens traffic congestion, contributing to improved air quality and a smaller carbon footprint. Additionally, it supports sustainable urban development by fostering walkability and reducing the need for extensive parking facilities.

Carbon Neutral Task Seating

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Carbon Neutral Task Seating

All task seating at our 295 location is CarbonNeutral® certified, a credential offered by our partner Steelcase. Offering more carbon neutral seating allows customers to make similar investments to complement their work to reduce emissions. Steelcase works with Climate Impact Partners to identify these high-impact, verified environmentally-sustainable projects. Climate Impact Partners originally established a carbon neutral protocol in 2002 and are the founding members of the International Carbon Reduction and Offset Alliance. Every purchase of high-performance seating with CarbonNeutral® product certification offsets product emissions by supporting verified efforts that mitigate climate change and deliver social impact.

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Minerva BC @ 295

This year, Heritage is proud to partner with Minerva BC, a Vancouver-based charity dedicated to advancing the leadership of women and girls. For more than 20 years, Minerva has been empowering women and girls across British Columbia through leadership development, mentorship, education, advocacy, and training programs. For every person who visits our space this year, we will be making a contribution to the Minerva BC Learning to Lead™ program, designed for self-identifying young women and gender diverse youth in grades 10-12.

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Sustainability at Heritage South

Sustainability at Heritage South

Sustainability at Heritage South

Our Burnaby location utilizes products from our previous location, including ancillary furniture, workstations and carpet tiles. Our sustainable services are showcased at this location, including reupholstery and pre-owned furniture sales. This location also utilizes sensor lighting in order to save energy, and offers recycling and compost for employees working in the space.

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Sustainable Operations

Sustainability at Heritage Kent

Sustainability at Heritage Kent

At our distribution centre in South Vancouver, we employ a large scale recycling program, including cardboard, plastics and electronics. All offices at this location are furnished with refurbished products, a service we also offer to our clients, doing all we can to divert used product from the landfill. The furniture we are unable to repurpose is broken down into its smallest components for recycling, where possible.

Our distribution centre is also committed to dispatching efficiencies, planning our trucking and delivery routes to minimize miles travelled, ensuring routes are designed to reduce travel distances and idle times, significantly cutting down on greenhouse gas emissions and supporting our commitment to environmental sustainability.