Surveyor
Sustain Surveying
Plymouth
77 Glendower Road, Peverell, Plymouth, Devon, PL3 4LB, Plymouth
Led by Dr. Gregory Borne with 20 years of sustainability expertise, Sustain Surveying is a multidisciplinary practice helping you navigate the transition to a sustainable future. We combine RICS standards with whole-systems thinking to add long-term value to your property and land projects.
Leading the Transition to a Sustainable Built Environment
The world is changing rapidly, and property owners today face a complex landscape of diminishing resources and technological shifts. At Sustain Surveying, we don't just see these as challenges; we see them as opportunities to build better. We are a future-oriented, multidisciplinary chartered surveying practice dedicated to embedding sustainability into the heart of the urban, rural, and oceanic environments.
Guided by Dr. Gregory Borne’s 20-Year Legacy
Our practice is led by Dr. Gregory Borne (BSc, MSc, PhD, MRICS, MIEnvSc, CEnv), a leading voice in sustainable development. With over two decades of experience advising international governments, NGOs, and businesses, Dr. Borne brings a level of insight rarely found in traditional surveying firms. Currently authoring his fifth book on the UN Sustainable Development Goals, he ensures our team stays at the absolute vanguard of the profession.
Experience
20+ Years in Sustainability
Accreditations
RICS, IEnvSc, Chartered Environmentalist
Specialisms
Land, Property, & Construction
Approach
Whole Systems & Life Cycle Thinking
Why Choose a Sustainability-First Surveyor?
Whether you are managing a large-scale construction project or looking to future-proof a property portfolio, we provide the guidance needed to navigate the 21st century. We move beyond rigid methodologies, offering flexible and adaptable solutions that draw on:
- Whole Systems Thinking: Understanding how your property interacts with its wider environment.
- Life Cycle Analysis: Evaluating the long-term impact and value of your assets.
- RICS Professional Standards: Combining ethical, high-level surveying with cutting-edge environmental science.
"Sustainability solutions will only be achieved by adopting an integrated whole systems approach. Sustain Surveying is our direct response to the need to embed these solutions within the built environment."
Our Core Focus Areas
We operate across three primary themes to ensure a comprehensive service for our clients:
- Land: Navigating rural and oceanic environments with a focus on conservation and resource management.
- Property: Enhancing the sustainability of existing structures and urban developments.
- Construction: Advising on sustainable materials, methods, and the integration of new technologies.
We are committed to the RICS vision of a sustainable 21st century, helping our clients develop the new skills and strategies required to thrive in a changing world.
Services
- Sustainability Consultancy
- Chartered Surveying
- Environmental Consultancy
- Land Management
- Property Advisory
- Construction Consultancy
- Life Cycle Assessment
- Sustainable Development Strategy
- Urban Sustainability Planning
- Rural Property Sustainability
- Oceanic Environment Advisory
Coverage areas
Operating across 1 town in the UK
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