Willerby, the UK’s top holiday home maker, has released its second year’s Sustainability Report. The report says that Willerby is still committed to doing things right and to a low-carbon future.
Driving Sustainability in Holiday Home Manufacturing
Willerby’s CEO, Peter Munk, says that even though the market is tough, the company is still determined to keep its sustainability goals. The company balances long-term success with environmental responsibility.
“Sustainability can be a challenge, but we believe a successful future is also a sustainable future. Our commitment remains firm, ensuring our business model is built on strong financial and environmental foundations.”
Key Achievements from the 2024 Report
Sustainability Milestones:
In the 2023 fiscal year, 4% of waste was repurposed, reprocessed, or transformed into energy.
450+ solar panels installed, generating nearly 200,000KWh of clean electricity.
4,000 LED lights installed, leading to a 9.5% decrease in electricity consumption.
Overall carbon emissions reduced by 10% between 2022 and 2023.
Future Plans:
- Exploring additional solar power installations.
- Investigating wind turbine sites at its Hull headquarters.
Willerby All-E: Leading the Charge in Sustainable Holiday Homes
All-E Holiday Homes – A new type of holiday home that uses only electricity. It is designed to save energy and be less harmful to the environment.
Energy-Efficient Manufacturing – Continuous investment in R&D to improve designs and eco-friendly production processes.
A Commitment to People, Product & Place
Product – Leading energy efficiency and sustainability innovations in holiday home design.
People – 96% of staff trained in 2023, with 50+ employees in leadership development programs.
Place – Supporting Humber region decarbonisation projects, local charities, and community sustainability efforts.
Transparency and Accountability for a Greener Future
Willerby’s sustainability reporting is driven by internal values, not regulations—ensuring honest and impactful progress.
“By publishing an annual Sustainability Report, we hold ourselves accountable to our customers, partners, and suppliers. We are committed to finding realistic, sustainable solutions for a lower-carbon future.” – Peter Munk, CEO