B Lab Europe is the driving force behind the B Corp movement, which encourages companies to adopt responsible and sustainable practices. With strict certification standards, B Lab promotes an inclusive, equitable, and regenerative economy where people and the planet are at the center.
B Lab, the driving force behind the B Corp movement, is a global network of companies dedicated to improving the world through responsible and sustainable business practices.
The main mission of B Lab and the certified B Corps is to promote the use of business as a force for good. This is achieved through a commitment to high standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. B Corps strive to create an inclusive, equitable, and regenerative economy where people and the planet matter[1][4].
To be certified as a B Corp, companies must undergo a rigorous certification process. This includes:
B Corps are committed to continuously improving their positive impact on society and the environment. This includes:
The B Corp movement includes over 4,000 certified B Corps in 77 countries and 153 industries, with more than 280,000 employees. In Europe, particularly in the Benelux region, there are over 700 B Corps actively involved in shaping a more sustainable and inclusive economy[1][5].
B Lab promotes educational programs and collaboration with universities, governments, and other institutions to drive the transformation of the economic system. Examples include the "Building Better Business" program in Amsterdam and the partnership with Sacred Heart University in Luxembourg for the Master's in Benefit Administration[5].
B Lab and the B Corp movement represent a global community of companies committed to a responsible and sustainable economy. Through rigorous certification standards, continuous improvement, and collective action, B Corps are working to create a world where business is used for the benefit of all people and the planet.
