Mission Statement
At Designworks, we operate with a core commitment to social and environmental responsibility. We are committed to conserving the environment, reducing waste and improving the long-term sustainability of digital services for our clients and partners.
We aim to support sustainable economic development by strengthening the financial resilience and digital capacity of purpose-driven organisations, including those working in poverty alleviation, community support and environmental advocacy. Our services prioritise digital efficiency and responsible infrastructure choices, enabling reduced energy demand, lower data transfer and minimal physical waste over the lifecycle of the products we build.
We are committed to serving organisations with limited internal digital resources by providing education, strategic guidance and reduced-cost access to professional design and development services. We also prioritise supporting small businesses, community organisations and mission-led enterprises that deliver positive outcomes for people and the environment, particularly in our local region.
We encourage our clients, suppliers and partners to adopt more responsible and sustainable practices, reinforcing long-term value creation over short-term gain. Our commitments are reviewed annually to ensure continued relevance, improvement and measurable progress.
The ISO 14001 Alternative for Small Business
We hold formal accreditation and an environmental policy that reflects our commitment to reducing our own impact — and helping others do the same. This includes reducing waste, minimising emissions, and embedding sustainability into what we do.
ISO 14001 is the international standard for environmental management systems (EMS). This standard can work well for some businesses but for many SMEs, maintaining ISO 14001 requires levels of time and money that cannot be sustained.
Our certification is:
- Streamlined, reducing the burden to our business.
- Proportionate to the size and environmental impacts of our business.
- Focused on meaningful change, rather than just compliance.
- Valuable for marketing purposes, meeting tendering requirements and demonstrating our environmental credentials.
How We Support Sustainable Businesses
- We work with clients in active travel, renewable energy, conservation and ethical sectors.
- We design brand identities and campaigns that help environmentally-focused organisations grow their reach and impact.
- We provide digital-first solutions for print to help reduce physical waste and carbon footprint.
Responsible by Design
Our team actively considers the environmental impact of every project — from sustainable print options to resource-efficient websites. We’re always looking for ways to do more with less, without compromising creativity.
Whether you’re already a green business or just beginning your sustainability journey, we’re here to help you tell your story. Contact us today at 01539 723254 or email info@thedesignworks.co.uk to start the conversation.
