How Wagamama Used SKArating to Raise the Bar
In our latest episode, we unpack how Wagamama’s Clarks Village restaurant became a standout example of sustainable fit-out in action — with insights from:
Alex Neil, Group Head of Construction, Wagamama
Stewart Muir, Senior Technical Consultant & SKA Assessor, Bioregional
Together, they share what it really takes to embed sustainability into a fast-paced construction programme.
Here’s a taste of what you’ll hear:
- Why setting a baseline is the most important step — and how it shaped the whole project
- Energy results that surprised everyone — including a 14–20% reduction through better monitoring
- What a 50% rise in water costs taught the team about the value of real-time data
- How recycled chopsticks, ocean-waste plastic chairs and furniture reuse brought circularity to life
- The growing role of suppliers — and why contractor engagement has never mattered more
- How sustainability became a competitive (and fun) part of Wagamama’s operations
- A behind-the-scenes look at assessing with SKArating — and why achieving Gold was a team sport
Alex and Stewart also share how the project shifted internal culture, supported net-zero commitments, and demonstrated the commercial benefits of smarter energy and water systems.
If you’re exploring SKArating for the first time — or looking to elevate your approach — this episode is packed with practical, real-world insights.
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