Rio AI and One.Five Partners Announce Strategic Partnership to Drive Sustainability Innovation Across Africa

London, 17 March 2025 – Rio AI (Rio), a leading sustainability intelligence platform, has announced a strategic partnership with One.Five Partners to accelerate sustainability and climate finance initiatives across Africa. By combining Rio’s cutting-edge technology with One.Five Partners’ deep local expertise and influential network, the collaboration will enable businesses to navigate evolving regulatory landscapes and unlock new opportunities for sustainable growth.

With Africa’s oil & gas, infrastructure, financial services, and heavy industries facing increasing demands for compliance and sustainability reporting, Rio provides a powerful solution to turn these challenges into strategic advantages. Its AI-powered platform delivers real-time data insights, automated reporting, education tools and compliance tracking for global standards such as ISSB S1 & S2, TCFD, and GRI.

“We are passionate about helping organisations and individuals become more sustainable” said Dan Botterill, Founder and CEO at Rio AI. “Together with One.Five Partners, we are committed to providing African businesses with the digital intelligence they need to meet regulatory requirements, enhance investor confidence, and drive measurable sustainability impact.”

One.Five Partners specialises in sustainability-focused investments and advisory services, helping companies integrate sustainability principles into their business strategies. Their extensive network and expertise in high-growth markets will support Rio in expanding its impact across Africa’s key industries.

“Africa is undergoing a major transformation as industries strive to balance economic growth with responsible resource management,” said Benedict Libanda, Non Executive Chairperson at One.Five Partners. “Partnering with Rio allows us to deliver a cutting-edge, scalable, and practical solution tailored to the complexities of emerging markets. This is a game-changer for organisations looking to enhance their performance and secure sustainable investment.”

By leveraging Rio’s advanced sustainability accounting tools, businesses across Africa will gain access to reliable, audit-ready sustainability data, real-time carbon tracking, and AI-powered insights to drive efficiency and compliance. This collaboration will not only strengthen corporate sustainability efforts but also create long-term value for businesses, stakeholders, and communities alike.

About Rio AI
Rio AI is an advanced sustainability intelligence platform that helps organisations measure, manage, and report sustainability performance with accuracy and efficiency. The platform supports global sustainability standards and provides AI-driven analytics to optimise sustainability strategies.

About One.Five Partners
One.Five Partners is a sustainability-focused investment and advisory firm dedicated to advancing ESG integration and climate finance solutions across Africa. Their mission is to support organisations in achieving long-term sustainable growth through innovative strategies and partnerships. www.one-point-five.com