For Business

Why Invest?

The impact caused by climate change will have a direct economic bearing on the finances of people and companies, with predicted cost of up 3.3% of GDP by 2050.

Climate change poses numerous threats to the UK, causing damage to human welfare and the economy, including agriculture, flooding, ecosystems and health.

Ridge to River can offer your business a range of projects to support, enabling your organisation to deliver its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) goals.

All projects are underpinned by baselining against existing environment market standards and adopting a robust monitoring programme to evidence the environmental services they provide

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Benefits to your business

Corporate branding and values

  • Demonstrate transparent and measurable progress.
  • Leverage collective action.
  • Build brand identity and grow support through strong marketing opportunities.
  • Develop a competitive advantage and secure customer base.

Risk Management

  • Reduce climate and nature related threats to business.
  • Increase resilience and security of supply.
  • Regulation compliance and reputation.
  • Manage business cost.

People

  • Boost talent acquisition and retention.
  • Improve knowledge and livelihoods.
  • Demonstrate sustainability values with practical actions.
  • Provide opportunities for participation and promote thriving communities.

Invest in

Wetlands

Increased water security, quality and retention ‘Help to reduce the impact of droughts, mitigate against costly, devastating flooding events and nutrient loss in the wider catchment.

Climate

Woodlands and trees providing climate control, storing carbon, improving air quality and a rich, biodiverse landscape which promotes health and well-being.

Nature

Connected and diverse habitats, boosting beneficial insects and pollinators. Enhanced soil biology critical for supporting the food web and food
production.

Soils

Healthy, functioning soils, supporting smart and sustainable food production which increases soil organic matter, locking carbon and reducing climate related business risk.