Rhea, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of coffee break machines, has been awarded an ESGe Rating of “BB” by Cerved Rating Agency. The score places the company above average in several categories compared to the “Fornitures & Consumer Durables” reference cluster, confirming the effectiveness of the sustainability strategies it has implemented.
The ESGe rating acknowledges Rhea’s commitment to integrating ESG factors into its corporate strategies and reflects the company’s progress in strengthening its environmental, social and governance performance.
In the environmental category, Rhea performed above the industry median, particularly in the following areas:
– low intensity of Scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions;
– reduced waste production;
– use of recycled raw materials and environmental certifications such as ISO 14001;
– procurement of 100% renewable energy and the installation of photovoltaic systems and electric charging stations;
– launch of the Life Cycle Assessment and the “Second Life” project for the recovery and reconditioning of used machines, in line with circular economy principles.
In the social sphere, the ESGe Rating recognized Rhea’s above-average performance in several areas:
– very low turnover rate;
– high employee training index;
– UNI PdR 125:2022 certification on gender equality and a specific policy on diversity and inclusion;
– high percentage of permanent contracts (over 98%);
– structured initiatives for organizational well-being, such as remote working, flexible hours, corporate welfare, andemployee climate surveys.
In the governance category, Rhea demonstrated solid foundations for future growth:
– establishment of a Sustainability Committee and the appointment of a Board member responsible for ESG management;
– adoption of a three-year ESG Plan (2024-2026);
– formalization of a Code of Ethics and an EU-compliant whistleblowing system;
– female representation in top management.
The assessment also highlights areas for improvement that Rhea is already actively addressing, such as expanding ESG reporting across all locations, measuring its carbon footprint, and integrating ESG criteria into supply chain management.
From an economic standpoint, Rhea stands out for a redistribution rate of generated economic value, which at 98.71% is well above the industry median.
“This result represents an important step in our journey toward an increasingly structured and integrated approach to sustainability. The ESGe Rating awarded by Cerved Rating Agency is a strong incentive to continue our commitment with determination, aiming for a positive, measurable, and lasting impact. We will continue to expand the scope of our reporting, set increasingly ambitious environmental goals, and integrate ESG criteria into our supply chain management”, said Stefano Macchi, ESG manager at Rhea.