Retail Sustainability
Sustainability Resources
Sustainability Management Tools
Sustainability Resource Library
Resource library providing specific tools, case studies, and opportunities to help progress the maturity of retail sustainability programs.
Retail Sustainability Leadership Model
Tool for retail sustainability executives to identify the management practices that will drive improved corporate and environmental performance.
Sustainability Management Resources
Capitalize Green
RILA has developed a toolbox of resources to help retail finance teams understand the opportunities presented by sustainability.
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.
Chemicals and Toxics in Retail and its Supply Chain
Considerations and resources for retailers regarding chemicals and toxics.
The Value of Sustainability in Retail Merchandising
Identifies the role and value sustainability can play in retail merchandising.
What Materiality and Risk Identification Offer for Retail
Resources and considerations for retailers conducting materiality assessments.
Sustainability Committee
Retail sustainability/CSR executives meet twice per year, plus monthly via conference call, to share leading practices and network.
Building Energy Codes - Ashrae V. IECC
A quick reference tool for retailers on the two major energy code models in the U.S.
DOE Appliance and Equipment Standards
Quick reference tool for retailers on DOE Appliance and Equipment Standards
Lightbulb Efficiency Standards
A quick reference tool for retailers on U.S. lightbulb efficiency standards.
State Energy Efficiency & Building Natural Gas Laws/Codes
A quick reference tool for retailers on the energy efficiency laws and codes in the U.S.
Sustainability Recognition Opportunities
Matrix summarizing recognition opportunities in areas available through third parties to showcase retail sustainability leadership.
Detailed Regulatory Resources
Consumer Bag Legislation Summary Matrix
Summary of consumer bag legislation by state and local jurisdictions, including bans, taxes and requirements for both paper and plastic bags.
Consumer Bag FAQ
The rapid increase in consumer bag legislation has led to varying requirements and specifications across the country
Mandatory Recycling and Disposal Bans Fact Sheet
Details on California regulations that require organics recycling with information on similar requirements in other jurisdictions.
Product Stewardship Matrix
State EPR or product stewardship legislation that have requirements for products such as carpet, batteries, and more. Also includes product bans.
EPR Packaging Bills Introduced to States
An overview of recently introduced state EPR packaging legislation.
