About Us

Originating in the West Midlands and now with a national reach, the Sustainable Housing Action Partnership (SHAP) is a not-for-profit organisation working to advance the transition to net zero across the housing sector. We work with organisations from the public, private and third sectors to turn ambition into action.

For 20 years, SHAP has worked at the forefront of sustainable housing, driving change through innovative research, thought leadership, and the development and sharing of best practice. Our network and client base spans housing associations, local authorities, charities, community groups, academic institutions and businesses.

Our Vision is one of thriving communities with sustainable, high quality, low carbon homes.

Our Mission is to accelerate the delivery and impact of net zero, by leading and promoting best practice on the environmental, social and economic aspects of sustainable housing.

Our work is delivered through two complementary strands:

• Network services: Free, open-access services that bring the sector together through learning events, research and peer forums, accelerating best-practice sharing and solution development. Find out more here.

• Bespoke consultancy and advisory support: We work directly with organisations and partners, bringing tailored expertise through our associates to the design, delivery and learning of programmes that support sustainable housing and place-based decarbonisation. Find out more here.

Our approach: SHAP works across the housing system to connect organisations, share learning and support the development and scaling of sustainable housing. Learn more about our services here