Our Mission at MES Building Solutions
Making a meaningful and positive contribution to the environment, society, and the wider built‑environment sector.
As an environmentally conscious building consultancy, we’ve spent years helping clients create spaces that minimise environmental impact and place sustainability at the heart of design. But our responsibility doesn’t end with the projects we deliver.
At MES, we are committed to applying the same principles we champion with our clients within our own organisation. Guided by three key pillars, to us Corporate Social Responsibility means reducing our operational carbon footprint, supporting our local community, and sharing our knowledge and expertise to allow all individuals to live well in comfortable homes.
As we continue to evolve, we remain committed to transparency, continuous improvement, and delivering value that extends far beyond our project outcomes.
Our Recent Initiatives
Yorkshire Three Peaks
Giving Back
In September we hiked the infamous Ingleborough, Pen-y-Ghent and Whernside loop to raise money for the Kirkwood Hospice.
Volunteering at the RSPCA Animal Shelter
Giving Back
A chilly April day spent gardening and tidying at the grounds of RSPCA Radcliffe. Cold hands, but a really rewarding and heart‑warming experience.
Participating in the Big Newark Sleepout
Giving Back
In March 2026, we slept rough, once again, to raise awareness and funds for the Newark and Sherwood YMCA and Newark Emmaus Trust. We are delighted to have raised over £1,000 for the cause.
Guest Lecturing at NTU
Skills for Good
In March 2026, Tommy and Chris returned to Nottingham Trent University to deliver a guest lecture on commercial building retrofit to students on the Building Surveying Degree and Apprenticeship course.
Our Inaugural Carbon Emissions Report
Eco Action
We worked hard over 2025 to collate and analyse our carbon emissions for FY24. This established the baseline from which we will measure progress and set reduction targets moving forwards.
Spreading Joy at Christmas
Giving Back
In December 2025, we were busy collecting and wrapping gifts to donate to the Palace Theatre’s annual gift collection for charity. Our efforts helped contribute to a 73% increase in the number of gifts donated.
Celebrating Christmas at the Newark Christmas Tree Festival
Giving Back
Over the first week of December, we hosted a Christmas tree at the Buttermarket mezzanine in Newark Town Hall to spread the festive cheer.
Guest Lecturing at NTU
Skills for Good
In October 2025, Max and Chris visited Nottingham Trent University to deliver a guest lecture on retrofit to students on the Building Surveying Degree and Apprenticeship course.
Supporting BBC Children in Need
Skills for Good
Over summer 2025 we proudly contributed to the development of the Joshua Tree hospice through delivering SBEM calculations and air leakage testing.
Participating in the Big Newark Sleepout
Giving Back
In March 2025, we participated once again in the Big Newark Sleepout to raise awareness for homelessness and rough sleeping.
Participating in the Big Newark Sleepout
Giving Back
On 8th March 2024, we participated in the Big Newark Sleepout to raise awareness for homelessness and rough sleeping.
MOvember at the Norfolk Coastal Path
Giving Back
In November 2023, our MES team members ran and walked 60km over the month in recognition of the 60 men who lose their life to suicide every hour across the world.
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