THE GOOD HUMAN PROJECT

OUR COMMITMENT TO PEOPLE & PLANET

Our commitment under The Good Human Project, is to integrate sustainability, ethical development, and positive community impact into everything we do. It’s also just about being a good human and working with good humans –everyday.

He aha te mea nui o te ao?
He tangata. He tangata. He tangata.

HOW WE’RE MAKING A DIFFERENCE NOW

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REPOSITIONING & SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

  • Prioritising Adaptive Reuse – Where possible, we rework existing buildings to extend their lifecycle, reducing waste and preserving embodied carbon.

  • Thoughtful New Development – When new construction is needed, we ensure its energy-efficient, durable, and built for the long term.

  • Sustainable Partnerships – We collaborate with contractors, architects, and suppliers who champion sustainable design, ethical labour practices, and responsible material sourcing.

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REDUCING ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT

  • Smart Energy Solutions – We integrate solar power, passive design principles, and energy-efficient systems to lower operational carbon.

  • Material Repurposing & Circular Economy – We actively salvage and reuse materials from projects to minimise landfill waste.

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COMMUNITY & SOCIAL IMPACT

  • Auckland University Support Award – We provide support to Business School students facing financial challenges through our annual donations to the Business School Student Support Award

  • Giving Back Through Volunteer Days – We take 3 days off a year to volunteer our time (and money) to vulnerable communities – tIn 2025 we hosted a donation drive for Auckland City Mission, sponsorship of a Speak Easy Gala for Movember (raising funds for men’s mental health) and a day on the water supporting Sea Cleaners.

  • Supporting Local Business – We prioritise local trades, small businesses, and social enterprises, ensuring economic value stays within the community.

  • We partner with Raizor “Insurance For Good” for our building insurances.

THIS IS JUST THE BEGINNING

The Good Human Project is our commitment to doing business in a way that makes a lasting, positive impact. As we continue to grow, so will our ability to do more, give more, and build better.

Have an idea or initiative we should support? Email steph@heywood.nz