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Rio will be in Toronto next week connecting with world leaders in responsible investment 🏦🍁🌎 Luke and Harry will be at #PRIinPerson hosted by Principles for Responsible Investment in Toronto from the 8-10th October. 📢 Rio Club Announcement 📢 If you are in Toronto for PRI In Person and want to connect and collaborate with leading sustainability experts, we are hosting an exclusive networking event. Spaces are limited so register via the link in the comments. #toronto #responsibleinvestment #sustainability #esg

Understanding Double Materiality in ESG Reporting in 2min 🌍📊 Lets break down the concept of Double Materiality and why it's becoming crucial for companies navigating sustainability reporting. "Double Materiality goes beyond traditional financial metrics by considering both the impact of sustainability issues on a company’s financial performance and the company’s impact on the environment and society." - Thomas Pruden, Associate Director - Financial Services at Rio. As ESG standards evolve, understanding this dual perspective is key for businesses aiming to meet regulatory requirements and build trust with stakeholders. Whether you're a sustainability professional or just curious about the future of corporate responsibility, this explainer will give you the insights you need! A 2024 report by the World Economic Forum estimates that companies failing to integrate double materiality into their operations risk losing up to 35% of their market value over the next decade due to factors like regulatory penalties, reputational damage, and loss of investor confidence. #doublemateriality #esgreporting #sustainablereporting #sustainability

New Webinar Tuesday 8th October 💡💰🌍 Join us for a deep dive webinar into the transformative role of sustainability in the financial services sector This episode aims to unravel how sustainability is no longer just a compliance requirement but a formidable strategy for competitive advantage. In this session, Rio's Executive and Commercial team will dissect the shift from viewing sustainability as a regulatory obligation to embracing it as a beacon for innovation, customer expansion, and distinct market positioning. Register with the link in the comments. #sustainability #finance #webinar #financialreporting

A Historic Day for UK Energy: Last Coal Plant Powers Down The UK just witnessed the closure of Ratcliffe-on-Soar, its final coal-fired power station. This signifies the end of an era – 142 years to be exact – where coal played a pivotal role in powering the nation. Did you know that the world's first coal-fired power station was in London back in 1882! Today the UK is charting a new course. This closure paves the way for a cleaner, more sustainable future. Renewable energy sources are taking center stage, and we're excited to see what innovations lie ahead! What are your thoughts on this landmark shift? Share your comments below! #UKEnergy #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #CleanFuture

Climate Group New York Climate Week has officially finished 🗽🌃🚕 What a week of learning and networking with likeminded people. Below is a series of Harry's favourite snaps from the event and this is what he had to say: "We had a great week in New York meeting and listening to so many inspiring actors in the sustainability space. It was great to learn how much has been achieved already and see a real drive from within both the corporate and financial sector alike to confront the climate crisis head on" Where are we next? Keep an eye on our LinkedIn to find out!

This is our final day participating in climate week! It has been a big week full of learning and discovery for the team at New York Climate Week. A hot take from Schroders own US CEO through press coverage that NYCW has now replaced COP for bringing together policymakers, enterprise and financial services, to engage, collaborate and in effect arrive at solutions, was an interesting anecdote! Hear Luke's thoughts on the week below ⬇️⬇️ #climateweek #sustainability #newyork

Meet Kristy Drutman one of the amazing people we have met at New York Climate Week 🗽🌱💚 Kristy is passionate for environmental education and advocacy and is the founder of Brown Girl Green, a platform where they feature environmental leaders and advocates who discuss the importance of diversity & inclusion as well as creative solutions to the climate crisis. We caught up with Kristy at New York Climate Week and asked her a series of quick questions What is Kristy's favourite thing about Climate Week? Find out below ⬇️⬇️

🌍 Day 4 at New York Climate Week! 🌍 VCs raised $19B for climate tech last year—$6B from North America alone! Panels and sessions highlighted how tech will drive the green transition, with insights from Tesla , Apple , and Amazon Web Services (AWS). Key takeaway? Every enterprise has a role in scaling renewables, but execution is the challenge. AI’s potential in sustainability is skyrocketing, with massive investment growth expected by 2030. 📈 For more insights, read our full blog ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eyzH-6n8 #ClimateWeekNYC #Sustainability #ESG #ClimateTech #RioAI #NetZero

Hydrogen is being discussed at Climate Group New York Climate Week as a potential key to decarbonisation. Do you believe hydrogen can become a leading clean energy source by 2030?

Hydrogen is being discussed at Climate Group New York Climate Week as a potential key to decarbonisation. Do you believe hydrogen can become a leading clean energy source by 2030?