West End landlord Shaftesbury PLC has announced that it has appointed its first-ever Head of Sustainability. Former Interim Head of Sustainability (Real Estate) at The Crown Estate, Matt Smith, will be the first to hold the role. Matt is experienced in the development of net-zero carbon strategies and the creation of places that have a positive impact on people’s health and wellbeing.

Reporting to the Chief Executive, his focus will be to ensure the business continues to develop and implement its long-term sustainability strategy and its already extensive community engagement. Among other objectives, Shaftesbury intends for its entire portfolio to use 100% renewable electricity in the future.