Carbon Accounting for B Corp Assessment
Your footprint and B Corp
Environmental stewardship forms 1 of 5 'Impact Areas' that B Corps are scored against during the impact assessment. You'll be asked whether your business monitors greenhouse gas emissions, and what targets and policies you've put in place to reduce and offset emissions.
For many B Corps, the environment is identified as a key area for improvement as they look to recertify and improve their score.
How we help
We partner with B Corps to boost their environmental score by 10-20% through:
- Monitoring GHG emissions (Scopes 1, 2, and 3)
- Identifying reduction initiatives
- Net zero target setting
- Funding verified offsetting projects
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FAQs
Some common questions around B Corp assessment.
The B Corp Impact Assessment is a rigorous tool developed by B Lab to measure a company's social and environmental performance. It evaluates various aspects of a business’s operations to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
The BIA evaluates companies in Governance, Workers, Community, Environment, and Customers. It examines accountability, sustainability, workplace practices, community impact, and how products or services create positive outcomes.
The Environment section evaluates carbon management. Questions cover tracking emissions, reducing GHGs, and using renewable energy. Actively managing emissions earns higher scores, showcasing environmental responsibility.
A minimum of 80 points is required for certification. Most companies score 80–100, while scores above 120 reflect exceptional leadership in sustainability and social impact.
The BIA covers governance, employee well-being, diversity, environmental practices, and customer impact. Questions are tailored by size, location, and industry for relevance.
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