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Our Focus
Sustainability at RILA includes efforts to address the retail industry’s environmental compliance obligations and broader impact areas and efforts to address those social impact areas related to responsible sourcing and supply chains. The key environmental impact areas across RILA’s membership align around waste and energy, and the key responsible sourcing social impact areas focus on ethical working conditions in owned and contracted supplier facilities. These areas translate into action through our five committees: Sustainability (environmental), Responsible Sourcing, Environmental Compliance, Energy Management, and Zero Waste.
Financial Management
RILA has created a suite of educational resources and advisory opportunities to reduce financing barriers for energy projects and achieve savings.
The Business Case for CSR
RILA has developed a toolbox of resources to help retail finance teams understand the opportunities presented by sustainability.
Climate and Sustainability
RILA is working with federal, state & local lawmakers to ensure legislative requirements are based upon sound environmental & market impact research.
Landlord Collaboration
Through the Landlord-Tenant Energy Partnership, RILA works with ICSC, IMT and PRSM to reduce leasing barriers for energy projects and reduce costs.
Corporate Clean Energy Procurement Index 2020
Guide to determine states with favorable policy conditions and best practices to advance policies enabling renewables development.
Retail Compliance Center
Retail Compliance Center provides retailers with the information they need to remain compliant and improve environmental performance.
Sustainability / Environment Committees
Sustainability initiatives generate environmental, social, and financial value for leading retailers. RILA uses benchmark studies, partnerships, and research to help retailers collaborate and tailor their programs.
View All CommitteesUpcoming Meetings
Responsible Sourcing Committee Fall Virtual Meeting November-December 2021
- Nov 30, 2021
- Virtual
Retail Speaks: 7 Imperatives for the Industry
After a year like no other, the US retail industry faces a still-uncertain future. Our latest research highlights seven imperatives that will position retailers for success regardless of what is next.
Download ReportRetail Works for All: 2021 Public Policy Priorities
Ensuring a Safe, Sustainable Future
RILA is working with lawmakers to help shape policies that protect our customers and meet expectations regarding environmental concerns.
Read MoreInvesting in People
Retail is for everyone; the place for a first job, 2nd chance, third act, or a side hustle – the retail workforce represents the American workforce.
Read MoreLeading in the Community
Retail is more than a store; we are an integral part of the fabric of our communities.
Read MoreStrategic Initiatives that support performance, compliance and transform the industry
Latest Sustainability / Environment Insights
Bridging a More Inclusive Workforce
- By [Carmelina Palmer]
- 10/04/2021
Extended Producer Responsibility Bills Gain Momentum
- By [Kaela Martins]
- 08/30/2021
Packaging EPR - State Passage and What’s Next
- By [Kaela Martins]
- 08/30/2021
Retailers Accelerate Climate Action in Race to Zero Campaign
- By [Erin Hiatt]
- 07/08/2021
Environmental Justice and Retail
- By [Tiffin Shewmake]
- 07/07/2021
Packaging Sustainability: Retail State of Play
- By [Katie Nicholos, Kaela Martins]
- 06/15/2021