B-Corp Application Process
B corp certification

Path to B Corp

A step-by-step guide throughout the whole B Corp application process, from assessment to certification.

WHY DO I NEED IT?

B Corp uniquely measures a company's full social and environmental impact, from governance to supply chain, proving it meets high sustainability standards.

B Corp certification can give a competitive advantage by enhancing your company’s credibility, attracting eco-conscious customers and investors, and improving your overall business practices.

Sustainability action

Proving Responsability

B Corp certification is a recognized symbol of responsibility among
investors, businesses, and citizens

Targeting sustainability goals

Transparency and Trust

By openly sharing your scores, you build trust with stakeholders who prioritize accountability

Strengthening Impact

Through the process, we pinpoint areas for improvement, ensuring alignment with your values

WHAT IS B CORP?

Over 9,000 B Corps are Making an Impact Worldwide

Today, the global community reached the milestone of 9,071 B Corps across 102 countries employing over 842,885 workers in 162 industries.

Find more information about B Corp on the official European B Lab website

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HOW IT WORKS

B Corp certification process

Kick Off

01.

We sit down with you to talk through your goals and expectations, and to adjust the process to your needs. We onboard you to the process, set the goals and timeline and schedule the interviews.

Analysis

02.

We review your company’s key documents and conduct focused interviews to understand your business and its positive impacts. Then, we translate your business model and operational practices into the BIA scoring system and perform a preliminary eligibility check for certification.

03.

Assessment

We review your impact score, identify strengths, and focus areas for improvement. We help you identify relevant upfront improvements to ensure that you can submit your BIA with a score margin.

B Lab Review

04.

The rigorous review process consists of several phases from evaluation to verification and post-verification, each requiring different actions. We give you the overview and guide your necessary actions, so you get it right the first time, on time.

Certification

05.

This is the fun part! Sign the Declaration of Interdependence, get ready to announce your achievement, start reaping the benefits, and explore the community of Certified B Corporations.

06.

Reasessment

Every Certified B Corp undergoes re-certification every three years to ensure continuous improvement and maintain credibility. We guide you from the start, setting you on the right path to seamlessly achieve re-certification and uphold your B Corp status.

OUR PARTNER

Enhancing Client Success with Expert B Corp Certification Support

We partner with Cirka CPH to assist through the B Corp journey to certification. Our complementary expertise allows us to provide a powerful service that helps companies navigate the complex requirements of B Corp certification.

DELIVERABLES

  • BIA Performance Report

    The B Impact Assessment Performance report provides a visual overview of your company's impact score across five impact areas and up to 20 sub-areas.

  • Improvement Report

    Contains tailored recommendations for enhancing your company's performance across the five impact areas, ensuring a solid score margin for certification.

  • Verification Report

    We identify the documentation and provide support for the B Lab verification process, guiding your company toward B Corp certification.

SUCCESS STORIES

Since 2021, SuFu and Damn Good Coffee Company have joined forces, relentlessly pursuing sustainability in the coffee industry.

"SuFu's transparency and accountability have helped us achieve remarkable reductions in emissions across our entire supply chain. We are extremely happy about our ongoing partnership."

Lasase Grosen,Co-founder @ Damn Good Coffee Company

Frequently Asked
Questions

  • B Corp certification is a designation for businesses meeting high standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. It is awarded by B Lab, a nonprofit organization.

  • We provide comprehensive support throughout the certification process, including assessing your current practices, identifying areas for improvement, and guiding you through the application and documentation process to ensure you meet all B Corp requirements.

  • The process involves completing the B Impact Assessment, improving your practices based on feedback, submitting your assessment for review, and undergoing a verification process. Our team will assist you at each step to streamline the process and enhance your chances of certification.

  • The timeline can vary depending on your company’s current practices and how quickly you can implement necessary changes. On average, it takes several months from starting the assessment to receiving certification. We will work with you to expedite the process as much as possible.

  • Costs can include application fees, consulting fees, and potential expenses for implementing recommended changes. We offer a range of service packages to fit different budgets and will provide a clear estimate based on your needs.

  • B Corp certification is not permanent; it requires recertification every three years to ensure ongoing compliance with B Lab’s standards. We offer ongoing support to help you maintain and improve your certification status.

  • Yes, we can assist at any stage of the process. Whether you need help with specific aspects or a comprehensive review, we’re here to support you in achieving B Corp certification.

Sustainability consultation to discuss sustainability needs and explore solutions tailored for F&B businesses.
GHG Protocol and ISO standards

Contact our Experts for Guidance

Simply contact us to schedule an initial consultation.

We’ll discuss your goals, outline the steps involved, and create a tailored plan to guide you through the certification process.


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