Big Ideas, Bold Actions, and a Dash of Fun

This month, we’re spotlighting businesses turning bold ideas into measurable change.

From Compass Group UK & Ireland serving up impact beyond the plate to practical ways to align with Labour’s Five Missions using the TOM System?, there’s plenty to sink your teeth into.

We’ve also included insights from an SVC24 webinar, revealing how long-term asset use can unlock Social Value, and E.ON has given us a creative guide to flipping trash into treasure—because who says sustainability can’t be resourceful and fun?

Finally, we round things off with some Quick Hits, delivering even more Social Value inspiration in bite-sized portions.

Ready for a dose of innovation and wit? Let’s dive in.

Compass Group: A Recipe for Community Impact

?Compass Group UK & Ireland isn’t just feeding the nation; it’s nourishing communities too.

Through its bold Social Value framework, the company has demonstrated what happens when promises meet action. From creating local jobs to supporting small businesses and championing sustainability, Compass is walking the talk. Their initiatives include investing in apprenticeships, reducing food waste, and working with community groups to drive meaningful change. With an emphasis on long-term commitments over short-term gestures, Compass ensures its operations leave a lasting positive impact.

This isn’t just corporate jargon – it’s a robust approach to embedding responsibility into the heart of business operations. By aligning its goals with community needs, Compass has proven that doing good is good business.

Ready to see how this approach can inspire your own organisation? Read on for a blueprint that serves up more than just meals.

Mission Possible: Aligning with Labour’s Five Missions

With Labour’s Five Missions aiming to transform the UK's economic, social, and environmental landscape, businesses might be wondering how they fit in. Enter the Social Value TOM System?, which simplifies alignment by connecting your goals to measurable outcomes. From fostering local job creation to tackling climate change, the TOM System? ensures businesses don’t just talk about making a difference – they prove it.

This isn’t about box-ticking; it’s about embedding impactful strategies into day-to-day operations. With examples from across sectors, the article unpacks how organisations can actively support Labour’s missions while enhancing their bottom line.

Curious about how this plays out in practice? Click here to discover actionable insights and real-world examples of how Social Value can be seamlessly integrated into your business roadmap.

Unlocking Social Value Through Long-Term Use of Assets

What do industry innovators from organisations like Landsec, National Highways, and Clarion Housing have to say about rethinking underused assets?

At #SVC24, these leaders shared how they’re transforming spaces into hubs of community impact and long-term sustainability. From repurposing properties to better serve local needs to innovative approaches for extending asset lifecycles, the panel provided a treasure trove of insights and actionable ideas. Each speaker brought a unique perspective, offering practical strategies for turning challenges into opportunities.

Whether you're curious about creative reuse or how these organisations are setting new standards for asset management, this session left no stone unturned.

Find out more about their stories and discover how collaboration and forward-thinking can create lasting impact.

From Trash to Treasure: E.ON’s Circular Economy Innovation

Is it possible to power a greener future by repurposing yesterday’s waste?

E.ON is showing the way.

Through its circular economy initiatives, the company is turning trash into treasure, finding innovative ways to minimise waste while maximising resources. This forward-thinking approach isn’t just eco-friendly; it’s a sustainable business model for the future. By transforming old materials into renewable resources and embedding circularity into its operations, E.ON is reducing carbon footprints and creating cleaner energy solutions.

The article highlights standout examples, including upcycling industrial waste and harnessing it for new energy applications. This isn’t your typical recycling story – it’s a blueprint for how businesses can innovate to deliver both environmental and economic gains.

Want to find out how your organisation can jump on the circular economy bandwagon? Read this and get inspired to close the loop on waste.

• Gaelic Games: Scoring Big on Social Value: Who needs a referee when the numbers speak for themselves? The GAA reveals that Gaelic games bring a whopping €2.87 billion in Social Value to Ireland each year. Proof that sport isn’t just about goals—it’s about changing lives and building communities.
• Breaking Down Social Value Barriers for SMEs: Cardiff University’s new guide is helping SMEs jump the Social Value hurdle with practical advice and easy-to-implement strategies. Small business, big impact—that’s the mantra.
• Siemens Mobility Puts Social Value in the Fast Lane: 4,337 hours of volunteering later, Siemens Mobility proves that creating Social Value isn’t just for their customers; it’s for their communities too. From tree-planting to hands-on community projects, this team knows how to keep moving—literally and figuratively.
• Social Value Shines at Smart Cities Expo: At the Smart Cities Expo, everyone—from techies to policymakers—was buzzing about how to embed social impact into future urban designs. Turns out, smart cities aren’t just about gadgets; they’re about good deeds too.
• Karbon Homes and Santa’s Special Deliveries: What do you get when you mix Social Value with holiday cheer? Karbon Homes proves it’s pure magic! From thoughtful gifts to festive surprises, their Social Value programme made Santa’s “Nice” list this year by spreading joy to hundreds of families. The Grinch has nothing on these guys.
• Microsoft’s Recipe for UK Social Value Success: Turns out, it’s not just tech Microsoft excels at—they’re also killing it in the Social Value space. From upskilling workers to community programmes, this tech giant is putting a human touch to its UK operations. Who knew coding kindness was a thing?