Sustainability in the West End

Challenge

• DMT, founded by Sir Cameron Mackintosh, owns and operates eight leading West End theatres, including the Prince of Wales and Victoria Palace.

• With a world-class reputation and high-profile productions such as Hamilton, DMT sought to:
  • Strengthen its net zero commitments.
  • Develop a comprehensive sustainability strategy.
  • Improve energy management across complex, historic venues.

• Needed a long-term programme to integrate sustainability into daily operations while preserving the theatres’ cultural heritage.

Our Approach

• Pilio is delivering a two-year holistic programme, including:

  • Establishing project operating terms and governance.

  • Facilitating the creation of a Green Working Group to embed sustainability across teams.

  • Gathering and analysing five years of energy data to baseline usage and carbon footprint.

  • Providing ongoing advisory support to guide the development and implementation of the Sustainability Strategy.

Results to Date

• Baseline energy and carbon profile established for all theatres.

• Clear governance in place through a Green Working Group.

• Foundations laid for a robust Sustainability Strategy aligned with net zero commitments.

Client Impact

• Leadership position in embedding sustainability in the West End.

• Data-driven insights enabling targeted energy and carbon reductions.

• Staff engagement in sustainability through structured governance.

• Long-term resilience for iconic cultural venues.

Next Steps

• Finalise and roll out DMT’s Sustainability Strategy.

• Implement targeted energy reduction projects.

• Monitor cagainst net-zero roadmap.

Takeaway

Even in historic cultural venues, a structured sustainability programme with clear governance and robust data creates a practical pathway to net zero while enhancing brand leadership.