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Midlands landlord appoints first sustainability director
A large housing association in the Midlands has appointed its first ever director of sustainability.
Platform Housing Group has confirmed that Lianne Taylor will take on the new position with responsibility for implementing sustainability strategies across the landlord.
This will include collaborating with stakeholders and supply chains in the transition towards net zero and “cultivating a culture to decarbonise”.
Ms Taylor said: “Platform’s commitment and dedication to implement positive change and a greener future for its customers and communities aligns with both my personal and professional objectives.
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“I am thrilled to have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the delivery of social housing by reducing greenhouse gas emissions associated with our homes, while enhancing the quality of life experienced by our customers.”
Ms Taylor brings almost 20 years’ experience working in the built environment sector. Her most recent role was as head of environmental sustainability at Graham Group, which specialises in building, civil engineering, facilities management and investments.
She added: “My aim is to not only advance Platform’s sustainability goals, but also to contribute to wider action and innovation. I look forward to contributing to the group’s vision of delivering great services and empowering communities.”
Ms Taylor is also a fellow of the Energy Institute and a chartered member of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment.
Plus, she holds a Masters degree in environmental management, as well as undertaken a post-graduate certificate in hydrogen energy systems.
Ian Joynson, chief investment officer at Platform, said: “This is Platform’s first ever director of sustainability, a role that represents a critical step in our commitment to achieving net zero.
“Lianne is a dedicated sustainability professional with a strong track record in advancing sustainability and ESG [environmental, social and governance]. We are delighted to welcome her to Platform.”
Ms Taylor follows a former private sector executive who joined Platform to head up its property maintenance arm in November 2024.
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