All B Corp articles
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News briefsBuff plants trees for Earth Day as part of ‘1% for the Planet’ commitment
The Spanish brand celebrated Earth Day by planting trees and reducing wildfire risk in a forest in its homeland.
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News briefsKane Footwear presents Earth Month collaboration with 1% for the Planet
The Connecticut-based footwear brand deepens its commitment to sustainability with a limited-edition Earth Month recovery shoe benefiting 1% for the Planet.
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News briefsOsprey introduces sustainable Fall 2025 collection with ReComp fabric
The new Fall 2025 line features ReComp fabric and a Looptworks partnership.
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News briefsManitobah’s Social Impact Report highlights $1m contributions
The Canadian Indigenous footwear brand’s 2024 Social Impact Report reveals that over $1m has been invested in Indigenous communities through art, education and cultural preservation.
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News briefsAlpkit opens first European store in Munich
The certified B Corp shares the store with Veloroo and Sonder Bikes and brings sustainable outdoor and bikepacking gear from Britain to European consumers.
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News briefsSpy+ achieves B Corp certification
The performance eyewear brand is now a certified B Corp, emphasizing its commitment to eco-conscious performance eyewear with impactful environmental goals.
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News briefsTernua becomes a B Corp
Ternua Group and its five brands earned a score of 95.7 on the B Impact Assessment.
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News briefsBerghaus opens second UK store at Gloucester Quays
The British outdoor brand has opened its second standalone UK store, introducing a new retail concept.
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News briefsBuff promotes sustainability with B Corp certification
The Spanish headwear company emphasizes sustainability with renewable energy, recycled materials and social responsibility, earning B Corp certification for its ethical practices.
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News briefsCotopaxi launches new collection made from upcycled, circular materials
The Renovo Collection uses leftover fabrics and recycled materials to create durable, high-performance products.
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News briefsBollé Brands secures B Corp certification
The French company has earned B Corp certification, solidifying its commitment to sustainability and social responsibility across its eyewear and sports divisions.
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ArticlePrivate Sport Shop earns B Corp certification
The French private sales retailer joins the ranks of B Corp-certified companies, reinforcing its commitment to social, environmental and governance standards.
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News briefsRumpl publishes 2023 Impact Report
Rumpl, a Portland-based specialist in technical outdoor blankets, has published its Impact Report 2023 in conjunction with its 10-year anniversary. The report highlights several sustainability achievements, including an overall reduction in the brand’s carbon footprint, an increase in its B-Corp score to 87.3, and changes in supply chain, sourcing and ...
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OpinionCorporate social responsibility - could this be a way to reduce staff fluctuation?
There has been a culture change towards employment in my lifetime: no longer are workers expecting jobs for life. The change has already happened but is sparking something greater with those affected. My graduating students realize they need work skills and know that a period of attachment with a brand ...
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News briefsEndura is B Corp-certified
Scottish cycling clothing and accessories brand Endura has achieved B Corp certification, an important milestone in its efforts to improve as a company. Certification by B Lab confirms Endura’s commitment to meeting high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency and accountability. The B Corp certification involves a thorough and ...
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ArticleBuff intensifies sustainability commitment
Spanish company Buff, which celebrated its official entry into the B-Corp community in 2023, has made significant progress on its journey towards sustainability, which the company prioritizes in all its decisions. In the B Corp certification, Buff managed to achieve a score of 105.7, which is well above industry standards. ...
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News briefsPeruvian brand launches fabric made from natural fleece
The Peruvian certified B Corp Paka has launched Pakacloud, an innovative, environmentally friendly fleece fabric. The material is made from natural alpaca fibers sourced in Cuzco, the alpine region of Peru. Made from traceable alpaca fibers, Pakacloud fleece significantly reduces microplastic shedding and is a superior alternative to more than ...
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ArticleDistributor Elements introduces “impact discount”
Elements, the Belgian distributor of outdoor brands such as Patagonia, Klean Kanteen and Care Plus, is making efforts to be an inspiring example within the distribution sector in terms of corporate social responsibility: The Antwerp-based family business that recently received B Corp certification is taking a new step forward with ...
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News briefsIndigenous footwear brand Manitobah is B Corp certified
Manitobah, an Indigenous-rooted footwear brand internationally known for its Manitobah mukluks and founded in Winnipeg in 1997 by Sean McCormick, has received its B Corporation certification. One of more than 7,400 companies worldwide, Manitobah is now part of a global community committed to renewing corporate success through an emphasis on ...
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News briefsBuff expects to return to growth this year, after the post-pandemic drop
Buff, the Barcelona-based headwear outfitter, has posted revenues of €48.2 million for the financial year ended on Apr. 30, down from €49.6 million in the previous year. The company said that results were consistent with a “transition year” in the North American market, whereas the European market recorded significant growth. ...
