10 | Pindan fundraising initiatives. They are also dedicated to the environment their communities live in. With every division of the company, Pindan operates in an environmentally responsible way, minimising waste and reducing immediate and long term stress on the environment wherever possible. “It’s important to create a sustainable future,” Allingame says. “That’s certainly a passion of ours. We believe in pursuing ‘green’ design concepts, construction processes and recycling initiatives that respect Western Australia’s natural environment. Where we can implement those, we do.” Pindan’s commitment to the environment is most evident in their recycling programme. The company recycles sand, concrete, packaging and steel. Over 80 per cent of building waste is recycled on their metropolitan sites, and Allingame says that percentage continues to grow. In 2009, Pindan was recognised by the UDIA with an award in the category of Environmental Excellence, for their work on the Islands Apartments in South Beach. Allingame says that award reinforced their commitment to work with likeminded developers on sustainable projects. RECOGNISING QUALITY The UDIA Environmental Excellence award is
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