TOUCHWOOD Shopping Centre in Solihull, has been recognised with two commonwealth environment and corporate social responsibility awards for its outstanding project achievements across sustainability and diversity.
Selected from over 400 entries worldwide, the team will be honoured at a prestigious ceremony during the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on July 31.
As a result, the team has also been invited to represent England at the Green World Awards in Fiji, the premier international showcase of environmental and CSR leadership.
In July 2025, the shopping centre implemented Intelligent Building Optimisation System to support its sustainability objectives and reduce energy consumption across the centre’s complex mechanical and electrical infrastructure.
The innovative investment delivered an 18 per cent reduction in energy consumption, a £47,479 reduction in energy costs, and a 72,220kg reduction in CO₂e emissions – returning the investment in less than five months.
Touchwood’s commitment to creating an inclusive and welcoming destination for all communities is continuously evolving.
The centre was praised for its cultural celebrations and community initiatives, new accessibility infrastructure and team training to ensure all customers feel represented and supported.
The awards not only recognise the achievements of the centre, but also position Touchwood as a leader in the field.
The centre has been offered Green World Ambassador/CSR World Leader status, publishing its initiatives in The Green Book – the leading international work of reference on environmental/CSR best practice – so that organisations around the globe can learn from its success.
Touchwood General Manager, Tony Elvin said: “We are thrilled to have been recognised in two very different categories at this years’ awards.”
