Here are the latest News, Blogs and Resources from the Rio Club
Sustainability: A Double-Edged Sword
Explore the complexities of sustainability, its politicisation, and the urgent need for unified action towards a low-carbon economy in this insightful blog post.
20 December, 2024 Climate Action,
News
Balancing Climate Finance Ambitions: COP29’s $300B Pledge
COP29 concludes with a $300 billion annual pledge by 2035 to support developing nations against climate change, sparking debate over its sufficiency.
28 November, 2024 / Climate Action, Net Zero,
Key Takeaways from London Build Expo 2024: Sustainability Takes Center Stage
London Build Expo 2024 showcased sustainability in construction with expert insights, innovative designs, and emerging trends, driving the industry towards a net-zero future.
25 November, 2024 / Events, Corporate Sustainability, Health, Safety, and Wellbeing,
Why Infrastructure Must Lead the Race to Net Zero
Learn how the infrastructure sector can drive the transition to a sustainable future through innovation, data-driven strategies, and sustainable practices.
21 November, 2024 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure,
What does responsible investing even mean?
Explore the evolution and challenges of responsible investment, the rise of ESG factors, and the quest for standardisation in sustainable finance.
30 October, 2024 / Corporate Sustainability, Financial Services,
Blog
Net Zero Festival: How AI Can Drive Your Sustainability Goals
Insights from the Net Zero Festival: Innovations in sustainability, AI's role in emissions reduction, and the future of renewable energy.
23 October, 2024 / Climate Action, Net Zero,
Blog
Greenwashing and Greenhushing: Navigating the Corporate Goldilocks Zone
Learn how companies can balance greenwashing and greenhushing in sustainability reporting while driving genuine, impactful biodiversity actions.
21 October, 2024 / Corporate Sustainability, Climate Change,
News
Engaging Employees to Reduce Carbon Emissions through Gamification
Engage employees in carbon reduction through gamification with Rio's Higher or Lower Tournament, combining fun and education for impactful initiatives.
17 October, 2024 / Learning,
Corporate Giants: Balancing Purpose with Profit
Corporate leaders face intense scrutiny while balancing purpose and profit. Discover insights to integrate sustainability into core business decisions.
10 October, 2024 Corporate Sustainability,
Embracing Double Materiality
Discover why double materiality is crucial for businesses to thrive, balancing financial success with social and environmental impact.
3 October, 2024 Environmental Law and Compliance,
Day 4 of New York Climate Week
Insights from Day 3 of New York Climate Week: addressing resource constraints, complex data standards, and urgent calls for corporate climate action.
27 September, 2024 Events,
Day 3 of New York Climate Week
Insights from Day 3 of New York Climate Week: addressing resource constraints, complex data standards, and urgent calls for corporate climate action.
26 September, 2024 Events,
Day 2 (continued) of New York Climate Week
Insights from Day 2 cont. of New York Climate Week: addressing resource constraints, complex data standards, and urgent calls for corporate climate action.
26 September, 2024 Events,
Day 2 of New York Climate Week
Insights from Day 2 of New York Climate Week: addressing resource constraints, complex data standards, and urgent calls for corporate climate action.
24 September, 2024 Events,
Day 1 of New York Climate Week
Insights from Day 1 of New York Climate Week: addressing resource constraints, complex data standards, and urgent calls for corporate climate action.
23 September, 2024 Events,
Blog
News
What the new proposed ESG rating transparency regulation means for UK companies
New UK ESG rating regulations promote transparency and consistency, aiding businesses in better managing risks and opportunities for improved strategies.
23 September, 2024 /
The future of financial services is sustainable – and it’s coming fast
Discover how sustainability is reshaping the financial services industry, driving profitability and compliance through strategic integration of ESG factors. === Summary of the Main Point of the Blog Text: The financial services industry is rapidly shifting towards sustainability, driven by regulatory pressures, political influences, and growing investor demand. Companies integrating ESG factors are seeing better financial performance and future-proofing their operations. However, challenges such as access to reliable data remain, and firms must go beyond compliance to strategically embed sustainability into their decision-making processes.
10 September, 2024 Financial Services,
CSRD: A New Era for UK Corporate Sustainability
Prepare for the CSRD's impact on UK corporate sustainability with detailed reporting and Rio.AI's automated, adaptive platform.
9 September, 2024
Blog
Has Carbon Reporting Become a Barrier to Action?
Our latest blog focuses on how our quest for carbon transparency is stopping us from acting
29 August, 2024 / Artificial Intelligence (AI),
Revolutionising Food Sustainability and Supply Chains
Our global food system faces a critical challenge: ensuring food security for a growing population while minimising environmental impact. To achieve this, a significant transformation of our food sustainability practices and supply chains is crucial.
22 July, 2024
From ESG to Impact: Redefining Sustainable Finance
Thomas Pruden joins Rio AI as Associate Director Financial Services bringing with him a wealth of knowledge of sustainability practices, essential for crafting sustainable financial strategies.
2 July, 2024
Richmond and Wandsworth: Working Together to Combat Climate Change
Attending Reset Connect’s panel on “Using Climate Risk Mapping to Build Climate Adaptation and Resilience” with speakers Andrew Hagger, Head of Climate Change and Sustainability – Richmond and Wandsworth Councils and Nicola Wheeler, Policy and Programme Lead – Climate Change & Sustainability – Richmond and Wandsworth Councils, Rio’s Allegra Long reports below.
2 July, 2024
Climate Resilient Supply Chain
Thomas Pruden visited Business Reporter's: Suppply Chain Risk and Resilience Summit 2024
2 July, 2024
Rio welcomes Thomas Pruden as Associate Director, Financial Services
Thomas Pruden joins Rio AI as Associate Director Financial Services bringing with him a wealth of knowledge of sustainability practices, essential for crafting sustainable financial strategies.
24 May, 2024
The New Statesman - Energy & Climate Change Conference 2024
Rio visited The New Statesman Energy and Climate Change Conference.
17 May, 2024 / Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Affordable and Clean Energy, Climate Change,
Blog
Master UK Government Contracts & Social Value with Rio AI
Procurement Policy Note 06/21; UK Social Value Act; Rio AI.
19 March, 2024
Blog
Its the supply chain, stupid
SEC Rule, "The Enhancement and Standardization of Climate-Related Disclosures for Investors", Rio AI, Sustainability Compliance, One platform for Sustainability
8 March, 2024
Blog
What is ESG?
ESG has become vitally important for businesses looking for investors and those looking to invest. But what is ESG, and what is the meaning of an ESG strategy?
6 October, 2023 / Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG),
Blog
TCFD Reporting: Disclosure Examples, Software, Resources & Options
Everything you need to know about Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) reporting.
11 September, 2023 / Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Carbon, TCFD,
Blog
News
What you need to know about the new S1 and S2 ISSB Standards 🌳
Discover the new S1 and S2 ISSB Standards by the IFRS Foundation, designed to enhance climate disclosure and sustainability reporting. Learn how these standards establish a unified baseline, interact with existing frameworks, and may become mandatory.
30 June, 2023 / Circular Economy, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Carbon, Climate Change, Biodiversity,
News
![Rio ESG: Plugging into Expertise]()
Rio ESG: Plugging into Expertise
Listen to Dan Botterill, CEO and Founder of Rio ESG, talk to Taylor Martin from Triple Bottom Line about how a company can quickly size up their ESG efforts.
1 February, 2023
Blog
Our Journey to Net Zero: Two Years On
In 2020, we set science-based targets to achieve Net Zero within our organisation. Two years on, we look at our progress and approaches we have put in place.
31 January, 2023
News
Dan Botterill comments on the rise of AI
While scientific advances alone are unlikely to tackle the climate crisis, there are many innovations that can help humanity meet its environmental commitments.
25 January, 2023
News
Businesses ‘throwing away’ money on unscrupulous green advisors
Firms of all sizes paying advisors for reports on sustainability, ethics, and carbon footprint to avoid backlash and boycotts from eco-conscious consumers
25 January, 2023
News
One in four companies quietly shelving progress on net-zero pledges
CEO and Founder of Rio ESG comments in the Independent online about the emerging phenomenon of green hushing.
25 January, 2023
News
Rio's CTO Brian Flynn speaks to The Center for Data Innovation
The Center for Data Innovation spoke with Rio's CTO Brian Flynn about data technology and AI and reporting
25 January, 2023
Blog
The latest ESG regulations to be brought into effect globally
Our recent poll found multiple ESG frameworks and evolving ESG regulations are among the biggest challenges when it comes to producing ESG reports.
24 January, 2023 / Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG),
Guides / Whitepapers
Your guide to biodiversity and nature-based solutions
Our guide to Nature-based Solutions and biodiversity looks at the changing legislative landscape and importance and relevance of nature positive financing.
18 January, 2023
Blog
The World Economic Forum, 2023.
This year's World Economic Forum in Davos will look to address climate action failure, extreme weather and biodiversity loss.
16 January, 2023 / Nature-based Solutions,
Blog
Getting ESG-ready in 2023
With 90% of Companies Developing an ESG Strategy, are you ESG Ready in 2023?
3 January, 2023 / Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG),
Blog
Looking ahead to ESG in 2023
With the rapid trajectory of sustainability and ESG investing, we look ahead to 2023 and consider what next year could look like for industry and beyond.
22 December, 2022 / Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG),
Blog
Guidance on becoming a nature-positive business launched at COP15
The impetus on biodiversity and Nature-based Solutions is gathering momentum, with COP15 paving the way on how to deliver a net-positive impact on nature.
12 December, 2022 / Nature-based Solutions, Biodiversity,
Blog
Beyond Carbon Reporting: Nature-related policies
As COP15 begins, we look at the trajectory of the global policy environment with regards to nature-related standards.
6 December, 2022 / Corporate Sustainability, Nature-based Solutions, Biodiversity,
Blog
![Call for UK presence at COP15]()
Call for UK presence at COP15
2022 is a critical year for biodiversity and our planet but, with an ever-changing legislative landscape, where do businesses start with ESG reporting?
29 November, 2022 / Corporate Sustainability, Nature-based Solutions, Biodiversity,
Blog
![How do you strike a balance between climate urgency and climate fear?]()
How do you strike a balance between climate urgency and climate fear?
Do we need to see more positive news to create momentum to drive solutions & change or do we need to be confronted with the stark reality of climate change?
25 November, 2022 / Climate Action, Carbon, Climate Change,
Blog
COP27: What Can We Take Away From This Year's Global Climate Summit?
As COP27 closes with mixed headlines on progress, what can we take away from this year's global climate summit?
21 November, 2022 / Climate Change, cop27, Biodiversity,
News
New tools and strategies are required to address biodiversity
Popular understanding of biodiversity and nature-based solutions remains in its relative infancy, but these are issues companies and investors will need to become increasingly comfortable with in the very near future. Anna Chilton of Rio ESG explains why their future – and the future of the planet as a whole – may depend upon getting this process right.
17 November, 2022 / Climate Change, cop27, Nature-based Solutions, Biodiversity,
Blog
COP27 'Biodiversity Day': Climate and nature agendas are entwined.
Environment Secretary calls for action to protect and restore nature at COP27.
16 November, 2022 / Climate Action, cop27, Nature-based Solutions,
Blog
Biodiversity and ecosystems for transformative adaptation action
With vast sums of money being invested in biodiverse solutions, how do countries, cities and corporations keep ahead of the changing policy landscape?
15 November, 2022 / cop27, Nature-based Solutions, Biodiversity,
COP27: Adaptation and Agriculture Day
COP27: Adaption and Agriculture Day saw developments and discussions centred around food systems, soil health, land use and more.
14 November, 2022 / Waste, Carbon, Climate Change, cop27,
Blog
Decarbonisation Day - COP27
Decarbonisation Day aims to promote discussion on how heavily polluting industries can reduce their emissions using innovative techniques.
11 November, 2022 / Climate Action, Carbon,
Blog
Important Updates from COP27's Finance Day
COP27's Finance Day offers important updates to coalition drives, a huge new emissions report, and key carbon market formations.
10 November, 2022 / Climate Change, TCFD,
Blog
UN Secretary-General has urged zero tolerance for net-zero ‘greenwashing’
António Guterres applauds the growing number of governments and organisations pledging to be carbon-free but denounces greenwashing ‘net-zero’ pledges.
9 November, 2022 / Climate Action, Carbon, Climate Change,
Blog
Six reasons to be optimistic about the climate summit.
As day two begins in Sharm el-Sheikh, here are six reasons to be optimistic about the climate summit.
8 November, 2022 / Environmental Law and Compliance, Carbon, Climate Change, cop27,
Blog
COP 27: GLOBAL IMPACTS & EXPECTED CLIMATE OUTCOMES
Over 120 world leaders have arrived at the COP27 summit, as Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warns COP27 must address urgent & credible climate action.
7 November, 2022 / Environmental Law and Compliance, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions, Carbon,
Looking towards COP 27
Leaders from 200 nations will gather in Egypt's Sharm-el-Sheikh this November to discuss how countries can take climate action under the Paris Agreement.
1 November, 2022 / Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Climate Action, Carbon, Climate Change,
Blog
Scope 3 Emissions to be Included in Required Company Disclosures
Reporting on Scope 3 emissions will be included as part of required company disclosures, according to a statement Friday by the ISSB, marking a significant milestone in the development of climate and sustainability-related reporting standards for companies.
25 October, 2022 / Circular Economy, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Environmental Law and Compliance, TCFD,
News
Defining the role of the modern CSO
As organisations seek to place sustainability at the heart of their strategic decision-making, what role should the chief sustainability officer play in driving performance, culture and attitudes?
13 October, 2022 / Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Carbon, TCFD,
Blog
What are Sustainable Financial Disclosure Regulations? | Rio
We offer an explainer on the SFDR's regulatory technical standard coming January 1st, 2023. and the new rules on investment reporting. Learn more with Rio.
5 October, 2022 / Environmental Law and Compliance, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG),
Blog
Energy Aware
Rio Learn is offering a FREE 'How to Make Energy Quick Wins at Home' course as part of our Energy Efficiency series.
30 September, 2022 / Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Affordable and Clean Energy,
News
How democratising access to ESG expertise can turn intent into action
In order to position sustainability and ESG at the heart of one’s business strategy, actionable insights are required that can only be created through leveraging leading tech and talent. Rio ESG founder Dan Botterill discusses the need to 'democratise' access to these essential resources.
26 September, 2022 / Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Climate Change,
Blog
Zero Emissions Day (September 21st)
Zero Emissions Day raises awareness about the harm caused by carbon emissions but how do we offset carbon footprint and how do carbon offsets work?
21 September, 2022 / Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Carbon, Climate Change,
News
How AI in ESG can help drive net zero
AI and machine learning are on an accelerated track to enterprise maturity, but there’s still a way to go to convince customers of their true value and best uses, says Brian Flynn, CTO at Rio ESG. (Photo by gonin via iStock)
20 September, 2022 / Artificial Intelligence (AI), Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG),
Blog
Meet our team: Anna Chilton
Introducing Anna Chilton; our new sustainability professional with over a decade of experience, specialising in Nature-based Solutions and connecting the dots between business strategy and sustainability.
14 September, 2022 / Corporate Sustainability, Meet our team,
Blog
World Cleanup Day, 2022
World Cleanup Day is one of the biggest civic movements of our time but what can we do about the global waste epidemic day-to-day?
8 September, 2022 / Corporate Sustainability,
News
![The Sustainability Consulting Awards, 2022]()
The Sustainability Consulting Awards, 2022
The 2022 Award winners were announced live on 23 August at the Grand Hyatt Denver, Colorado, and provided an insightful and exciting gathering of peers.
31 August, 2022
Blog
![Meet our team: Parina Mehta, Intern]()
Meet our team: Parina Mehta, Intern
From studying at Yale University at 15 and graduating with two Masters, to date, meet our new star Intern, Parina Mehta.
30 August, 2022 / Meet our team,
News
The Future of Climate Finance
Our CEO Dan Botterill shares his thoughts on the evolution of ESG to sustainability and real impact, as he sits on the panel at the Future of Climate Finance conference.
22 June, 2022
Blog
!['Eco-conscious' fashion brands continue to produce emissions]()
'Eco-conscious' fashion brands continue to produce emissions
Rio ESG's comment on recent Guardian article
20 April, 2022
Blog
Meet our team: Emma Neudegg, Junior Consultant
Welcome to the team Emma!
5 April, 2022 / Corporate Sustainability, Meet our team,
News
Our Journey to Net Zero: A Year On
Last year we set science-based targets to achieve Net Zero within our organisation. So, a year on, we’re looking at the targets we set, what practices or policies we put in place to achieve them and where we are now.
31 March, 2022
Blog
GHG Protocol basics: Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions reporting
We look into the basics Green House Gas (GHG) Protocol, and explain what scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions mean and how to report on them. Learn more with Rio.
17 March, 2022 / Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Carbon, Climate Change,
Blog
![New research reveals that only 10% of plastic is currently recycled]()
New research reveals that only 10% of plastic is currently recycled
How Rio ESG is contributing to the fight against plastic pollution.
3 March, 2022 / Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG),
Blog
Why your brand-new returns end up in landfill, not a warehouse.
Ever wondered whether buying and returning clothes online is a sustainable practise?
25 February, 2022 / Corporate Sustainability, Meet our team,
Blog
Bridgepoint's Head of ESG, James Holley, talks investment data
A discussion between Chief Executive, Dan Botterill and James Holley, Head of Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) at Bridgepoint.
3 February, 2022 / Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG),
Blog
Why isn’t this a standard? | Insights from a Climate Change Investor
'That simple data-driven process is the way it’s going to have to go.' Karl Andersen, Managing Director at AVG Group Sarl, talks about his approach to ESG Due Diligence, what to look out for, and where he thinks ESG is headed.
13 January, 2022 / Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG),
Blog
ESG Due Diligence: How to collect better pre-investment data
What are the best ways to approach ESG data collection? This blog explores key considerations, including the different types of data and how to approach collection.
6 January, 2022 / Corporate Sustainability, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG),
Blog
A circular economy is imperative to global climate action
At Rio, we believe transitioning to a circular economy is an imperative part of tackling the climate crisis. However, the importance of a circular economy can often be overlooked in business and organisational strategies.
1 December, 2021 / Circular Economy, Corporate Sustainability,
Blog
It's not just big business: SMEs and climate action after COP26
SMEs have an integral role to play in building stronger and more resilient economies in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement. What's more - companies are more aware of the opportunities they can seize if they decide to take climate action now.
24 November, 2021 / Corporate Sustainability,
Blog
What is Sustainability Thinking and How Will it Impact Jobs in the Future?
As sustainability education helps us to see the bigger picture, no matter where we work, it also shows how every workplace action can impact the climate.
17 November, 2021 / Learning,
Blog
Meet our team: Topaz Bascombe, Sales Development Representative
Topaz has joined us to reach and connect with current and potential customers.
10 November, 2021 / Meet our team,
Blog
What does the transition to clean energy look like?
The energy shift is already happening. No longer a “nice to have,” it's a major topic at every company level and a central theme of COP26. It’s high time to look at the impacts this transition will have today and in the future.
4 November, 2021
Blog
How Can Data Impact Sustainable Investing and Mobilise the Financial Sector
While sustainable investing has taken off these past few years, there remains one big barrier for investors who want to take the leap: the unavailability of data. We look at how high-quality data can mobilise the finance sector and the technology that can help to streamline the related processes.
28 October, 2021
Desertification Island Discs Podcast
Ep.13: The SDGs as a guiding light for business with purpose with Robbie Epsom, CBRE Investment Management
In this episode, we chat with Robbie Epsom, EMEA Head of ESG for CBRE Investment Management.
26 October, 2021
Blog
Meet our team: Ellen Osborne, Senior Sustainability Consultant
As our team expands, we welcome new talent like Ellen Osborne, who joins Rio as a Senior Sustainability Consultant.
21 October, 2021 / Corporate Sustainability, Meet our team,
Blog
EU Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation Reporting Requirements: A Closer Look
What does EU SFDR require from a reporting standpoint and what will you need to provide?
14 October, 2021 / Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG),
Blog
Mobilising Finance: COP26 and the role of Climate Finance
What is 'climate finance' and how can the financial sector mitigate and adapt to the climate crisis?
7 October, 2021 / Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG),
Blog
4 Strategies for Conducting ESG Analysis for Investment Funds
Despite the ongoing growth in ESG Investing, there remains numerous challenges when analysing ESG performance for investment funds. We examine four strategies to respond to these challenges and improve ESG information and data.
1 October, 2021
Blog
Key Considerations for Carbon Offset Due Diligence
Offsetting is often included in an organisation's net zero strategy however, it is important that sound due diligence is completed before purchasing offsets to ensure credibility. We highlight key points to look for in your due diligence and how to avoid low-quality offsets.
24 September, 2021
Blog
The Basics and Importance of Water Footprinting | Rio
Water shortage is a great concern to individuals, the environment, and the economy. We explore water footprinting and how you can get started. Learn more here.
17 September, 2021
Blog
What to Know About the 2021 UN Climate Change Conference (COP26)
The UN Climate Change Conference's are one of the most important events focused on driving climate action. This year, COP26 is occurring in Glasgow, starting 1 November 2021. This guide provides background information on the significance of the event, what previous conferences have accomplished and the focus for this year.
8 September, 2021
Blog
Just the Basics: How to Conduct a Materiality Assessment
Materiality assessments help organisations pinpoint top sustainability issues and where significant progress can be made. But why does it matter and how do you do it? In this blog, we provide the basics for you and highlights key steps in conducting an assessment.
3 September, 2021
Desertification Island Discs Podcast
Ep.12: Sustainability in Australia & Change Management with Mandhy Senewiratne, Fyrefly
In this episode, we chat with Mandhy Senewiratne, Director of Sustainability and Communications at Fyrefly Global Sustainability.
1 September, 2021
News
Our Inaugural Impact Report
Our first-ever impact report highlights our annual progress against the Rio manifesto. We discuss how we have developed our product, expanded our team, and supported our clients - ultimately, our efforts to help individuals and organisations to be more sustainable.
31 August, 2021
Blog
Consistency is Key: Collecting ESG Data from Portfolio Companies
Consistency and standardisation across an entire portfolio is important to be able to compare performance and progress. We provide tips for collecting ESG data from portfolio companies and discuss how a software solution can help streamline this process.
26 August, 2021
Guides / Whitepapers
Demystifying Net Zero: A Simple Guide to Sustainable Strategies
The practical guide to carbon reporting and reduction.
12 August, 2021 / Carbon,
Blog
SECR Reporting Guidance and Compliance | Rio
We address key questions around Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) compliance in the UK, and tackling it effectively. Learn more with Rio.
26 July, 2021 / Corporate Sustainability, Climate Action, Carbon, Climate Change,
Blog
What to Look for in Sustainability Training for Employees
How can you approach and initiate sustainability training for your staff? It’s a complex topic to tackle if you’re starting from scratch. Here’s a guide to making it happen successfully, along with the key features to look for when choosing sustainability learning programmes for employees.
19 July, 2021
Desertification Island Discs Podcast
Ep.11: From Investment Banking to Driving Responsible Investment with Helen Wiggs, ShareAction
In this episode, we chat with Helen Wiggs, the Head of Corporate Climate at ShareAction, a non-profit focused on driving responsible investment.
14 July, 2021
Desertification Island Discs Podcast
Ep.10: Reflecting on 20 Years of Sustainability with Paul Dickinson, CDP
In this episode, we chat with Paul Dickinson, the Founder and Chair of CDP - the world's largest environmental data disclosure system.
7 July, 2021
Blog
Private Equity ESG: Disclosure, Due Diligence, Monitoring & Policy
What do ESG disclosure and due diligence mean in private equity? What ESG policies govern firm and portfolio companies? How is ESG monitored in PE? We explain.
16 June, 2021
Blog
Optimising Your CDP Response
With the deadline for the 2021 CDP submission swiftly approaching, we are highlighting a few key pointers for you to consider ahead of submission.
7 June, 2021
News
Practice What We Preach: Our Net Zero Targets
At Rio, we are committed to practising what we preach which is why we recently set science-based targets to achieve Net Zero within our organisation. Learn more about the entire process including how we calculated our carbon footprint, the targets we have set, and our next steps.
28 May, 2021
Desertification Island Discs Podcast
Ep.9: The Rise of ESG & Dynamic Materiality with Carlos Sanchez, Smart Sustainability
In this episode, we chat with Carlos Sanchez, who is the Global Environmental Manager at Phillip Morris International (PMI) and the author of Smart Sustainability - his personal blog.
27 May, 2021
Blog
Preparing for CDP Disclosure: Key Considerations
Our Director of Sustainability, Faye Bennett-Hart reflects on her experience leading the questionnaire and scoring teams at CDP and highlights key points and tips for organisations to keep in mind for preparation and submission.
21 May, 2021 / Corporate Sustainability, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Carbon, Climate Change,
What is ESG Reporting and what are ESG Ratings? | Rio
What are the differences between ESG Reporting and ESG Ratings? Join us as we answer these questions and provide definitions to both. Learn more with Rio.
6 May, 2021 / Corporate Sustainability, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), TCFD,
Guides / Whitepapers
Your guide to ESG Ratings
We put together this guide to help you understand ESG ratings and how your organisation can improve its score.
28 April, 2021
Blog
GRESB Rankings Explained: Reporting for Sustainable Real Estate Investment
This guide to sustainable real estate investment reporting breaks down GRESB Assessments, GRESB rankings, the GRESB Green Star, and alternatives to GRESB.
19 April, 2021 / Corporate Sustainability, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Climate Action, Carbon, Climate Change,
Blog
ESG Investing at the Arab Federation of Exchanges Conference
Our Senior ESG Manager, Dominic Grocott shares his 5 takeaways from a panel he hosted on ESG Investing at the Arab Federation of Exchanges Conference in 2021.
13 April, 2021 / Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Carbon,
Blog
Reporting on ESG Using SASB Standards
What are the SASB Standards, and how do they measure ESG performance? Here’s what you need to know about the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB).
8 April, 2021 / Corporate Sustainability, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG),
Desertification Island Discs Podcast
Ep.8: Integrated Sustainability Reporting & Standardisation with Mardi McBrien, CDSB
This episode we chat with Mardi McBrien, Managing Director at the Climate Disclosure Standards Board.
29 March, 2021
Blog
What Is Scope 4? Reporting Avoided CO2 Emissions & More
The term Scope 4 is used to describe avoided emissions as well as home-working emissions in some situations. We explore both concepts and the importance of their consideration in full scope carbon reporting.
25 March, 2021 / Corporate Sustainability, Carbon,
Blog
Reporting with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) | Rio
What are GRI Standards? Who sets them? View our overview of GRI sustainability reporting and how to simplify it for your organisation. Learn more with Rio.
19 March, 2021 / Corporate Sustainability, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG),
Blog
Making the CDP A List: Your Guide to CDP Reporting
This guide to CDP reporting covers how CDP scores are determined, what it means to make the CDP A List, and how reporting software can support your disclosure.
11 March, 2021 / Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Cities and Communities, Life Below Water, Carbon,
News
International Women's Day 2021: We choose to challenge
For this year's International Women's Day, we are introducing the women on our team and choosing to challenge and call out gender bias and inequality.
8 March, 2021 / Events,
Desertification Island Discs Podcast
Ep.7: Leading with Purpose & Environmental Justice with Dave Carlos, JustOne UK
This episode we chat with Dave Carlos, the Managing Director at JustOne UK about everything from environmental justice and greenwashing to fake Christmas traditions and fun nights out in London.
5 March, 2021
Blog
How to Set Science-Based Targets for Reducing GHG Emissions
What are science based targets, which organisations use them, and how can you set them for your own business to reduce GHG emissions?
4 March, 2021 / Corporate Sustainability, Climate Action, Carbon, Climate Change,
Desertification Island Discs Podcast
Ep.6: Sustainability Storytelling & Systems Thinking with Hannah Phang, Futerra
We chat with awesome sustainability professionals about their experience in the industry and the songs and gadgets they would take with them into a hypothetical doomed 2050 Britain.
24 February, 2021
Blog
Standardised ESG Framework Tracker: The Latest Updates
There are currently too many ESG frameworks, and a landscape of competing ESG standards is not sustainable. But which will become the universal framework?
18 February, 2021 / Corporate Sustainability, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Carbon, Climate Change, TCFD,
Blog
ESG Frameworks Explained: The Top Choices & Why They Matter
What are ESG standards, and why do they matter? How do companies choose which ESG framework to use? We explain all things ESG reporting. Learn more with Rio.
26 January, 2021 / Corporate Sustainability, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG),
Blog
Welcome to Rio by Ditto Sustainability
Rio.ai is the new home of Rio and Ditto Sustainability! Learn about our new website and get promotional packages to celebrate the official launch of Rio!
4 November, 2020
Blog
Unwrapping the truth behind packaging
As we carve our pumpkins and have sweets standing by for trick and treaters, or start buying or thinking about wrapping Christmas gifts early, some of us may be noticing the amount of single use plastic we are inadvertently consuming.
29 October, 2020 / Waste, Plastics,
Desertification Island Discs Podcast
Desertification Island Discs with Katie Leggett
Dan Botterill, CEO of Rio ESG, chats to Kate Leggett, Head of Sustainability at Eat Real+PROPER|WARP Snacks.
16 October, 2020
Blog
Circular Economy Package
The Circular Economy Package (CEP) has finally been transposed into UK law via The Waste (Circular Economy) (Amendment) Regulations 2020 that came into force on the 1 October 2020.
2 October, 2020 / Circular Economy,
Blog
Empowering Change: Principles for Effective Sustainability Engagement
Step 4 – Internal Engagement
18 September, 2020
Desertification Island Discs Podcast
Desertification Island Discs with John Bromley
John Bromley, Head of Clean Energy at Legal & General Capital, talks to Dan Botterill, CEO at Rio about all things sustainability and what gadgets he would take with him to a fictitious 2050.
6 August, 2020
Blog
Learning from home
Employees are seeing how successful online learning can be, with more and more people now having to learn online as classrooms remain locked-up.
24 July, 2020
Blog
Measuring Progress: Effective Management Systems for Sustainability
Step 3 – Implementing a management system & reporting framework.
24 July, 2020
Guides / Whitepapers
How to create a resource-efficient waste management plan
Learn how to generate a waste management plan that reduces costs, enhances resource efficiency, and improves sustainability by preventing waste.
23 July, 2020
Desertification Island Discs Podcast
Desertification Island Discs with Andy Cartland
Andy Cartland, Founder of Acre; talks to Dan Botterill, CEO at Ditto Sustainability.
9 July, 2020
Blog
Crafting a Sustainable Future: Building Policy & Strategy
Step 2 – Build Policy/Strategy Position
9 July, 2020
Blog
From Learn to Engage
Our move from Learn to Engage.
11 June, 2020 / Learning,
Desertification Island Discs Podcast
Desertification Island Discs with Robert Spencer
Robert Spencer, Head of Sustainable Development at AECOM; talks to Dan Botterill, CEO at Ditto Sustainability.
29 May, 2020
Blog
Valpak and Ditto Sustainability
The two organisations agree an exclusive multi-year partnership.
15 May, 2020 / Customer story,
Blog
SANNE PLC
SANNE makes first carbon disclosures via its 2019 Annual report.
15 May, 2020 / Customer story,
Blog
IEMA Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management
Launching online, post- Summer; register now.
14 May, 2020 / Learning,
Desertification Island Discs Podcast
Desertification Island Discs with David Newman
David Newman, Managing Director at Bio-based and Bio-degradable Industries Association (BBIA) Ltd; talks to Dan Botterill, CEO at Ditto Sustainability.
30 April, 2020
Blog
Six Steps to Sustainability
Step 1 – Develop the sustainability baseline and accurate picture of now
17 April, 2020
Blog
The Sustainable Business Plan
The six steps to sustainability.
3 April, 2020 / Corporate Sustainability,
Blog
The Coronavirus and Carbon Emissions
Reducing fossil fuel use, cuts carbon emissions.
3 March, 2020
Blog
Assembly members put expert speakers through their paces at first weekend of Climate Assembly UK
An update from the first meeting of Assembly UK.
30 January, 2020 / Climate Action, Assembly UK, Climate Change,
Blog
A case of ‘climate emergency’ or 'hit snooze for another 10 years’?
Climate Emergency.
17 January, 2020 / Climate Action, Carbon,
Blog
COP25: UN climate change conference, 5 things you needed to know.
This week, rather than invent our own, we have made use of this really interesting blog information from UN News COP25.
16 December, 2019 / Climate Action,
Blog
NPAG NHS Conference
Healthcare Waste learning.
6 December, 2019 / Learning,
Blog
The Carbon Literacy Project
Carbon Literacy: “An awareness of the carbon dioxide costs and impacts of everyday activities, and the ability and motivation to reduce emissions, on an individual, community and organisational basis.”
29 November, 2019 / Corporate Sustainability, Learning, Carbon,
Blog
Back to Basics
Ben Gardner visited Ecomondo in Rimini, Italy. These are his thoughts.
15 November, 2019 / Circular Economy, Plastics, Corporate Sustainability, Learning,
Blog
Blended Learning
The benefits of a blended learning programme.
14 November, 2019 / Learning,
Blog
The Environment Bill
An unpredictable bill with very predictable themes.
12 November, 2019 / Environmental Law and Compliance,
Blog
Tailored and bespoke learning
Tailored and bespoke eLearning development.
1 November, 2019 / Learning,
Blog
Improving Air Quality: Combustion Plant Directives
Our boiler expert explains..
16 October, 2019
Blog
What can you learn in 90 seconds?
We pose the question
3 October, 2019 / Learning,
Blog
Liberalism & Sustainability
Is sustainability at the heart of your voting intentions for a future sustainable government.
2 October, 2019 / Corporate Sustainability, Climate Action,
Blog
Oil, energy, social management and well-being.
Oil, energy, social management and well-being
22 July, 2019 / Climate Action,
Blog
"The UK committing to net zero carbon emissions by 2050 is historic."
The UK committing to net zero carbon emissions by 2050 is historic.
17 June, 2019 / Climate Action,
Blog
UK goes to net zero carbon by 2050
Commentary on the UK's announcement to reduce emissions to net zero by 2050.
12 June, 2019
Blog
Sustainability in the food chain
How and where should we grow food in the future?
7 June, 2019
Blog
What is the future for plastic?
Will we always be hooked on plastic, or are there better alternatives?
31 May, 2019
Blog
The circular economy: the state of the nation
How much more do we need to collectively do in order to deliver a circular economy?
29 May, 2019
Blog
The rise of Environmental Social Governance.
The rise of Environmental Social Governance. An interview with CEO Daniel Botterill.
28 May, 2019
Blog
Sustainability in business thinking is still rare
Mankind has the technologies, the money and the political frameworks to make changes happen. That being said, can we turn the ship fast enough?
17 May, 2019
Blog
The consultations on resource and waste policy - May 2019
The consultations on resource and waste policy - May 2019
25 April, 2019 / Waste, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Responsible Consumption and Production,
Blog
What is sustainability?
The real defintion of Sustainability
16 April, 2019 / Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Good Health and Wellbeing, Gender Equality, Reduced Inequalities, Learning,
Blog
What changed my behaviour?
My time in Rwanda changed my behaviour.
4 April, 2019 / Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Good Health and Wellbeing, Gender Equality, Reduced Inequalities, Learning,
Blog
Have we become desensitised to the danger of plastic pollution?
Five things you can do everyday to reduce plastic pollution.
20 March, 2019 / Waste, Circular Economy, Plastics, Sustainable Cities and Communities,
Blog
Think Differently. Rio launch the Fire and Rescue e-learning module.
Think Differently, educating companies to become more sustainable and protect future environments.
11 March, 2019 / Waste, Circular Economy, Good Health and Wellbeing, Decent Work and Economic Growth, Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, Sustainable Cities and Communities,
Blog
Five things you need to know about the Resources and Waste Strategy Consultations
Five things you need to know about the Government Consultations on Waste Management.
6 March, 2019 / Waste, Circular Economy, Good Health and Wellbeing, Decent Work and Economic Growth, Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, Sustainable Cities and Communities,
Blog
Smoke and Mirrors
Smoke and mirrors
30 January, 2019 / Waste, Circular Economy, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Partnerships for the Goals, Good Health and Wellbeing, Decent Work and Economic Growth, Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, Sustainable Cities and Communities,
Blog
Drowning in Plastic
Drowning in plastics, Liz Bonnan.
17 December, 2018 / Plastics,
Blog
My time at CivTech®
CivTech®. A unique accelerator programme that empowers public sector organisations to lay out specific challenges for private sector companies to solve. My name is Jack and I’m developing our answer to Challenge 6, “How can we transform the re-use of products for NHS Scotland?”.
26 October, 2018 / Waste, Circular Economy, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Partnerships for the Goals, Good Health and Wellbeing, Decent Work and Economic Growth, Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, Sustainable Cities and Communities,
Blog
Ditto Sustainability thrilled to win CivTech® 3.0's Challenge 6
Ditto Sustainability has been chosen to transform the re-use of products for NHS Scotland. Reducing waste, providing cost savings, and developing skilled jobs; stimulating the Scottish circular economy.
24 October, 2018 / Waste, Circular Economy, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Partnerships for the Goals, Good Health and Wellbeing, Decent Work and Economic Growth, Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, Sustainable Cities and Communities,
Blog
Going circular with the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR)
Dan Botterill, CEO of Ditto Sustainability, interviewed by Letsrecycle.com, explains how Artificial intelligence (AI) can help towards achieving a more circular economy.
15 October, 2018 / Circular Economy, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Corporate Sustainability, Health, Safety, and Wellbeing, Environmental Law and Compliance, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Good Health and Wellbeing, Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure,
Blog
Shocking news highlights, 'What's your waste duty of care?'
A leading provider of healthcare waste management has been stockpiling tonnes of medical waste & body parts, failing to dispose of them properly; highlighting the importance of the waste duty of care. This blog explains the duty of care; providing practical guidance on how to meet your requirements.
9 October, 2018 / Waste, Health, Safety, and Wellbeing, Environmental Law and Compliance, Good Health and Wellbeing, Learning,
Blog
Energy-from-waste vs. Incineration. What's the difference?
Did you know that a portion of the rubbish that leaves your home is burned, and that some of it is recovered for energy?
20 September, 2018 / Waste, DEFRA, Food Waste, Environmental Law and Compliance, Climate Action,
Blog
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The evolving role of the waste contractor
Times are changing... Public obsession with single use plastics, cries for better food waste management; and the emergence of the circular economy. But what does this mean for the oft maligned waste contractor? How does it need to adapt and evolve to respond to today's outspoken ethical consumer?
19 September, 2018 / Waste, Circular Economy, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Plastics, Food Waste, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, Learning,
Blog
RWM: Is my waste contractor ripping me off?!
Join us at RWM on both days at stand 4G101 (within Data, Tech & Services) to discuss sustainability learning, environmental compliance, waste data analysis & reporting; how AI technology can cost-effectively be used to advance the circular economy and protect future resources.
21 August, 2018 / Waste, Circular Economy, Events, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Law and Compliance, Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions, Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure,
Blog
Climate change: A scorching August update
What a scorcher! The Beast from the East was just a few months earlier! California burns. Australian farmers slaughter livestock as NSW is declared a 100% drought state. Temperatures in Portugal & Spain reach 45C; Ireland seen from space is brown – where's the Emerald Isle?
14 August, 2018 / Environmental Law and Compliance, Life on Land, Affordable and Clean Energy, Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, Climate Action,
Blog
The Chinese Sword and all hell has broken loose
No, this is not an article about ninja warriors but about how Chinese policies on waste have impacted recycling and waste management in the UK (and elsewhere). A bit of history... As Chinese industries producing mass market products have grown, so has their appetite for raw materials...
13 August, 2018 / Waste, Plastics, Responsible Consumption and Production,
Blog
WHITEPAPER: Achieving the SDGs: A Blueprint for Business Leadership
This brand new edie insight report, produced in collaboration with Ditto Sustainability, provides clear, practical steps that can be taken by sustainability and CSR professionals to embed the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) within their organisation’s business strategy.
9 August, 2018 / Circular Economy, Corporate Sustainability, Health, Safety, and Wellbeing, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Environmental Law and Compliance, Zero Hunger, Clean Water and Sanitation, Life on Land, Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions, Partnerships for the Goals, No Poverty, Good Health and Wellbeing, Gender Equality, Affordable and Clean Energy, Decent Work and Economic Growth, Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, Reduced Inequalities, Sustainable Cities and Communities, Responsible Consumption and Production, Climate Action, Life Below Water, Learning,
Blog
Why don’t we have food waste collections across the UK?
A response to Defra stating that food waste collections won't be made mandatory in the UK. Why don’t we have food waste collections across the UK? This will disappoint many and make others happy. The losers will be the AD and compost plants. The winners will be the landfill and incinerator operators
3 August, 2018 / Waste, Circular Economy, DEFRA, Food Waste, Climate Action,
Blog
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The role of AI in sustainability
People have a negative perception of AI (Artificial Intelligence). They also have only a vague idea of what circular economy means. So combining AI (fear) with circular economy (ignorance) equals a lack of understanding of how one can develop the other. That is a gigantic, missed opportunity...
1 August, 2018 / Circular Economy, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, Learning,
Blog
'Will the Circular Economy Save the Planet?' Of course it will
We had a really interesting time together at Ditto Sustainability's event on 27 June at the City of London offices of investor, IP Group. The subject of discussion was 'Will the Circular Economy save the Planet?' and about 50 of us crowded the rooftop room.
20 July, 2018 / Circular Economy, Events, Decent Work and Economic Growth, Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, Sustainable Cities and Communities, Responsible Consumption and Production,
Blog
Get your head out of the sand! AI is shaking up consultancy
Get your head out of the sand! Artificial Intelligence is shaking up the world of consultancy.
18 July, 2018 / Artificial Intelligence (AI), Life on Land, Affordable and Clean Energy, Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, Learning,
Blog
An A-Z glossary of waste definitions
These abbreviations and acronyms are all common to the waste industry, however please note that when used in other contexts they can mean something different!
17 July, 2018 / Waste, DEFRA, Environmental Law and Compliance, Learning,
Blog
UN World Environment Day 2018: Beat Plastic Pollution
WED is an event that has been running since 1974, is regarded as the ‘UN's most important day for encouraging worldwide awareness and action for the protection of our environment’. Each year the event has a host country and a theme. This year’s theme is, ‘Beat Plastic Pollution’; hosted in India.
4 June, 2018 / Waste, Plastics, Clean Water and Sanitation, Partnerships for the Goals, Responsible Consumption and Production,
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How much do we actually recycle? It cannot be possible!
The consultancy Eunomia published a report recently which lifts the lid on declared recycling figures. Their analysis finally gives some data credibility to what many of us already intuitively knew...it cannot be possible that we recycle half our waste in the UK...
15 May, 2018 / Waste, Plastics, Responsible Consumption and Production,
Blog
Beyond Earth Day 2018 and The Plastics Pact: to End Plastic Pollution
Earth Day 2018 and The Plastics Pact: to End Plastic Pollution
21 April, 2018 / Waste, Plastics, Responsible Consumption and Production,