Articles for B Corp

As greenwashing soars, some people are questioning B Corp certification
10 months, 3 weeks ago

As greenwashing soars, some people are questioning B Corp certification

BBC  

As greenwashing soars, some people are questioning B Corp certification Alamy Many consumers see the B Corp logo as a signal of corporate responsibility B Corp designations are meant to signal companies are socially and environmentally conscious. For-profit companies – mostly small and privately-owned – must clear a high bar to receive the certification from US-based non-profit B Lab Global, …

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Nespresso, Dr. Bronner’s and the battle over B Corp certification, the coveted ethical and eco-friendly seal
1 year ago

Nespresso, Dr. Bronner’s and the battle over B Corp certification, the coveted ethical and eco-friendly seal

LA Times  

For companies that want to appear eco-friendly and ethical, B Corp certification has long been considered a coveted badge of honor. Last year, more than 30 B Corps and business groups including San Diego area-based Dr. Bronner’s Magic Soaps signed an open letter to B Lab protesting the certification of Nespresso, accusing the coffee giant of an “abysmal track record …

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B Corp certified companies to know in the UK and what the certificate means
1 year, 7 months ago

B Corp certified companies to know in the UK and what the certificate means

The Independent  

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Dragons’ Den: How to buy pop-up chess, Bide, sparkly partywear and Ethical Bedding
1 year, 10 months ago

Dragons’ Den: How to buy pop-up chess, Bide, sparkly partywear and Ethical Bedding

The Independent  

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Wollongong hairdresser becomes sixth salon in world with unique environmental certification
2 years, 1 month ago

Wollongong hairdresser becomes sixth salon in world with unique environmental certification

ABC  

The hairdressing industry generates what Wollongong hairdresser Isobel Foye describes as "unique" waste. Key points: Isobel Foye's salon has recently become one of six hair salons in the world to gain B Corp Certification The certification measures environmental and social impact through a lengthy checking process Energy and water use, along with wastage, are significant challenges for the hairdressing industry …

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29 sustainable brands for 2022: From clothing to homeware
2 years, 7 months ago

29 sustainable brands for 2022: From clothing to homeware

The Independent  

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High street brands are pulling the wool over our eyes – by greenwashing
2 years, 8 months ago

High street brands are pulling the wool over our eyes – by greenwashing

The Independent  

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The best travel companies for booking a sustainable holiday
3 years, 10 months ago

The best travel companies for booking a sustainable holiday

The Independent  

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