The accolade recognises the business’s leadership in environmental innovation and its work to reduce construction waste through a collaborative project with Reconomy Connect.

The awards present a unique opportunity for any company in any country across the Commonwealth to earn global recognition for their environmental endeavours or their corporate social responsibility commitments. In a nod to Glasgow’s role as the host of the 2026 Commonwealth Games, winners received specially commissioned medals in place of traditional trophies.

The award-winning project focuses on improving Waste Segregation, Waste Intensity Reduction, Container Utilisation & Circular Use of Construction Materials on construction sites and strengthening education through an accessible, video-based toolbox talk. The project aligns people, processes and technology to reduce waste and embed sustainable behaviours across Taylor Wimpey’s operations.

With support from project partner Reconomy Connect, this pilot project has already delivered measurable improvements and is now being used as a blueprint for rollout across Taylor Wimpey’s 22 regional businesses throughout the UK.

The judging panel praised Taylor Wimpey East Scotland for its forward-thinking approach, noting: “Taylor Wimpey is transforming its approach to reducing construction waste by refreshing training and communications, with East Scotland leading the way. The team develop practical resources and champion best practice, creating a model for all regions that delivers environmental and business benefits.”

Karen Malt, project manager and sustainability champion for Taylor Wimpey East Scotland, said: “Winning Gold at the Commonwealth Environment & CSR Awards is a fantastic moment for our team. This project shows what’s possible when practical innovation meets strong collaboration. By giving our site teams the tools and knowledge they need, we’re seeing real, measurable improvements — and this recognition reinforces the impact of that work.

“Being honoured during the Commonwealth Games makes it even more special. It’s a reminder that environmental progress is a global effort, and we’re proud that Taylor Wimpey East Scotland is contributing to that momentum. We’re excited to continue scaling this model across our wider UK business and keep driving positive environmental change.”

Terry Wootton, account director for housebuilding at Reconomy Connect, added: “This award is a brilliant endorsement of what partnership can achieve. Working with Taylor Wimpey East Scotland, we’ve developed training tools and processes that deliver genuine impact on the ground. Seeing this recognised on a Commonwealth stage is hugely rewarding, and we look forward to supporting the wider rollout so more regions can benefit from the same approach.”