In-Sites from SCI
The In-Sites podcast from SCI, sheds light on the evolving landscape of compliance, certification, and supply chains. Host Dom Burch speaks to thought-leaders and experts in the field about the changing world of compliance, and how technology, data and insight is allowing innovative companies to improve their impact on the planet, drive up standards. What does it take to meet the needs of demanding customers and keep one step ahead of regulations. Tune in to find out.
In-Sites from SCI
Beyond Benchmarking: Building a Verified Low-Carbon Supply Chain with Rob Chester
In this episode of the SCI In-Sites Podcast, Dom Burch is joined by SCI’s CEO, Rob Chester, for a no-nonsense conversation about ESG, Scope 3 emissions, and why it’s time to stop polishing the dashboard and start fixing the engine.
What began as a benchmarking request from a leading Asian retailer quickly escalated into a full-scale pilot project — tackling the biggest source of their emissions: rice. Within just six months, SCI worked with 30 farmers, built a simple but effective tech tool, and proved a 36% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, without compromising on yield or quality.
🎧 Tune in to hear:
- Why 93% of food emissions come from supply chains — and why most ESG reports still miss the point
- How greenwashing regulation is forcing retailers to shift from assumptions to actionable evidence
- A behind-the-scenes look at SCI’s five-stage methodology and how it’s empowering farmers through real-time feedback
- What it takes to scale from 30 to 1,000 farms — and beyond
- Rob’s frank advice to sustainability leads feeling overwhelmed: "I’ve been in your shoes."
Whether you’re wrestling with Scope 3, tired of theoretical models, or looking for real impact at scale — this episode is for you.
🔗 Links & Resources:
- Read the full blog: [Link to blog post]
- Learn more about SCI’s sustainable rice project: [SCI website]
- Get in touch: [Contact page]