Building a greener future together
Environmental sustainability is a core part of RINA’s strategy. We know that addressing environmental challenges requires concrete actions to reduce our impact and embed sustainable practices throughout the organization.
Through this approach, we aim to actively contribute to a more sustainable future, aligned with the Paris Agreement and leading international standards. This includes our commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement and the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
In January 2023, RINA joined the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), a corporate climate action organization in partnership with the UN Global Compact, the We Mean Business Coalition, the World Resources Institute, the Carbon Disclosure Project, and WWF. The initiative enables companies and financial institutions worldwide to play their part in combating the climate crisis.
By April 2025, RINA S.p.A. approved near- and long-term science-based emissions reduction targets. Our strategy includes:
RINA Carbon Neutral
- Near-term targets (by 2030): reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 42% from FY2023 levels, increase renewable electricity sourcing from 67.2% in FY2023 to 100%, and reduce Scope 3 GHG emissions by 51.6% per EUR value added from FY2023 levels (including land-related emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks).
- Long-term target (by 2050): achieve net-zero emissions, reducing absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions by 90% from FY2023 levels (including land-related emissions and removals from bioenergy feedstocks).
These targets reflect our commitment to measurable, science-based action and a sustainable future for all.
Read the RINA Decarbonization Plan to explore the details of our decarbonization strategy according to SBTi standards,
The RINA Carbon Neutral project was created with the aim of leading the company to achieve carbon neutrality, that is to eliminate the net impact of greenhouse gas emissions generated by its activities. In December 2024, this goal was once again reached: through continuous monitoring of emissions and the implementation of initiatives to reduce them, RINA was able to minimize its environmental footprint. Any remaining emissions were offset by purchasing carbon credits from projects certified under the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM), Verra, and Gold Standard.
Discover our projects
Project GS 4539
The M’tetezi project in Malawi introduces efficient, locally made stoves that use less wood, cutting emissions and improving family health. It also saves time on wood collection and creates rural jobs.
Project GS 1042
This Gold Standard project replaces illegal wood with agricultural biomass in ceramic factories, saving forests, reducing CO₂ emissions by over 50,000 tonnes annually, and supporting local communities with jobs, reforestation, and water access.
Project GS 436
The 31.5 MW wind farm generates around 100 GWh of clean electricity per year, cutting CO₂ emissions by roughly 68,000 tonnes, creating jobs, and advancing Turkey's energy transition and technical workforce.
Project CDM 923
The 6.25 MW hydroelectric project in Karnataka produces clean energy from the Cauvery River, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and strengthening the local electricity grid. It also supports employment and infrastructure development in rural areas.
Project CDM 953
The Birahi Ganga Hydro Electric Project in Uttarakhand generates clean electricity for the northern grid using river water, supporting local jobs and sustainable development. It preserves natural river flows and avoids greenhouse gas emissions through eco-friendly technologies.
Project CDM 3009
The Gochang Solapark project in South Korea generates clean solar power, significantly reducing CO₂ emissions and supporting local sustainable development. It also creates jobs and promotes renewable energy as part of the national strategy.
Project CDM 9484
This project harnesses local rice husk biomass to produce both heat and electricity, cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 12,960 tCO₂e annually. It supports sustainable development through improved energy supply, job creation, and the adoption of green technology.
Project CDM 7359
This project replaces traditional cooking fuels with renewable ethanol, reducing deforestation and indoor air pollution. It benefits communities by lowering respiratory health risks, particularly for women and children.
Project CDM 9165
The Taebaek Wind Farm generates 18 MW of clean energy, reducing fossil fuel use and greenhouse gas emissions. The project advances local sustainable development and supports South Korea’s renewable energy goals.
Project CDM 6573
The project in Seropédica, Brazil, cuts methane emissions from municipal landfills by capturing greenhouse gases and converting them into electricity and biogas. It supports environmental recovery, landfill closures, and social inclusion through comprehensive management plans.
Project CDM 8438
The CookClean Project in Ghana produces efficient stoves to replace traditional ones, which cause 13,400 deaths and 21 million cases of domestic pollution every year. This cooking method has reduced the Ghanaian forests to 25% of their original size.
Project CDM 3979
This project generates clean electricity from locally sourced cotton straw, feeding power into the North China grid and helping reduce reliance on coal. It played a key role in carbon neutrality for the 2022 Asian and Paralympic Games, cuts emissions, improves air quality, and supports local economic growth.
Project CDM 4309
Located in Himachal Pradesh, this 5 MW run-of-river plant provides around 21.95 GWh of clean power yearly, avoiding fossil fuel emissions and boosting local employment and socio-economic development without harming the environment.
Project CDM 3598
This 4.5 MW hydropower project in Shimla produces about 24.61 GWh of clean electricity annually, reduces greenhouse gas emissions, and improves local infrastructure and job opportunities while preserving the natural ecosystem.
Project CDM 7939
The 4 MW Binwa-IV project in Kangra generates renewable power with no water storage, minimising environmental impact and supporting local economic development and job creation, while supplying energy to the regional grid.
Project CDM 1375
Using agricultural residues like cotton straw and wood waste, this 30 MW plant produces around 187,626 MWh of clean energy each year, promotes technology transfer, and boosts rural sustainability and income.
Project CDM 10262
By installing five modern turbines totalling 9.5 MW, the project provides about 18,470 MWh of renewable energy annually, fosters local development, and contributes to India's clean energy transition without negative social impacts.
Project VCS 1867
The Ningxia Xiangshan Wind Farm in China generates nearly 950,000 MWh of renewable electricity annually, reducing CO₂ emissions by over 727,000 tonnes. The project boosts local employment and infrastructure, promoting sustainable regional development.
Project VCS 2603
This pioneering project turns organic waste into natural fertiliser, replacing chemical inputs, sequestering carbon in soil, and improving public health by reducing methane emissions and pollution from landfill sites.
