THE UNITE GROUP PLC | Sustainability Report 2025 5 Our sustainability framework We’ve updated our sustainability framework, calling it Up to US, to help provide focus and clarity on our ambitions and helps colleagues across our entire business to see how we can contribute to create a positive impact for young people, communities, the environment and our colleagues. FOCUS AREA 1. Helping our residents thrive at university 2. Championing inclusion and success for disadvantaged student groups 3. Providing early career enhancement and development opportunities FOCUS AREA 1. Contributing to local communities 2. Impactful volunteering and charity partnerships 3. Supply chain social impacts FOCUS AREA 1. Transitioning to net zero carbon operations and developments 2. Cutting energy, water, resource use and waste 3. Working with suppliers to reduce supply chain impact FOCUS AREA 1. A diverse, future-ready workforce that’s clear on purpose 2. Support and growth opportunities that are right 3. A values-led culture shaped by our people, where every voice matters THE ENVIRONMENT Achieve Platinum in Investor in People Gold Award achieved 2030 2025 £3.05 million £15 million invested in supporting young people by 2030 2030 2025 3,894 hours 15,000 hours volunteered to support good causes in our local communities 2030 2025 6.5% 10% cut in operational energy consumption by 2030 2030 2025 Championing inclusion, wellbeing and success for those in Higher Education. Making a real contribution where we operate. Tackling climate change and reducing our environmental impact. Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel valued, supported and empowered to grow, knowing they belong. OUR COLLEAGUES COMMUNITIES YOUNG PEOPLE INTRODUCTION YOUNG PEOPLE COMMUNITIES OUR COLLEAGUES THE ENVIRONMENT APPENDICES LOOKING FORWARD