With capitalism increasingly being seen as the root cause of many of the world’s issues, the B Corp concept aims to revitalise the idea of what a business can do and the good that can come from running an ethical, socially conscious, and green enterprise. 

B Corp companies aim to make business a force for good by putting sustainability and positive social impact at the heart of their mission. These companies are certified by B Lab, a non-profit organisation that monitors B Corp certification, and must meet the following rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency:

Social performance: 

Looking at how the business interacts with society and how it can use its time, resources, and influence to help local and global communities.

Environmental performance: Measuring carbon footprint, wider environmental impact, and the sustainability credentials of products, investments, and suppliers.

Accountability: 

B Corp companies are held accountable to a higher standard of performance, transparency, and impact, which helps drive systemic change, creating a more responsible, sustainable economy.

Transparency: 

B Corps must publicly report their impact data on the B-Impact Assessment, a publicly available document. This gives stakeholders insight into the company’s impact and increases accountability.

If you’re interested in becoming a B Corp business, B Lab can assess your social and environmental impact, governance, and accountability and provide certification to companies that meet its high standards. B Lab also provides resources, networking opportunities, and advocacy support to help your B Corp grow and achieve a greater, more meaningful impact. If you think this could be a positive step for your business, we can work with you to start your evolution into a B Corp. 

If you think this could be a positive step for your business, we can work with you to start your evolution into a B Corp.