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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.
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.
Financial Management
RILA has created a suite of educational resources and advisory opportunities to reduce financing barriers for energy projects and achieve savings.
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.
The Business Case for CSR
RILA has developed a toolbox of resources to help retail finance teams understand the opportunities presented by sustainability.
RILA Climate Action Blueprint (2022)
The Retail Climate Action Blueprint is a clearinghouse of approaches for US-based retail companies identifying their next steps on a path to a net zero emissions future.
ESG Data and Reporting Solutions Showcase
Resource library for ESG data management tools.
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 CommitteesRetail Works for All: 2023 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
How to access the benefits of the Inflation Reduction Act
- By [Hans Royal]
- 08/01/2024
Downstream Scope 3 Emissions Reporting Resource Available
- By [Erin Hiatt]
- 05/21/2024
RILA Adds Seven Retail Execs to Board of Directors
- By [Brian Dodge]
- 01/29/2024
RILA, Optera Partner on Retail Product Emissions Reporting
- By [Erin Hiatt]
- 01/18/2024
Reducing Emissions a Focus for Retailers in Ocean Shipping
- By [Jess Dankert, Erin Hiatt]
- 07/20/2023
2022 Election Impact on ESG Issues
- By [Austen Jensen]
- 12/06/2022