We only went and did it!!
What is the B Corporation®?
The B Corporation® certification is arguably the creme de la creme of eco-credentials. It addresses the entirety of a business’s operations and covers five key impact areas of Governance, Workers, Community, Environment and Customers.
The certification process is rigorous, with applicants required to reach a benchmark score of over 80 while providing evidence of socially and environmentally responsible practices relating to energy supplies, waste and water use, worker compensation, diversity and corporate transparency.
To complete the certification, the company will legally embed their commitment to a purpose beyond profit in their company articles.
Gaining a B Corp® certification is not a one-time thing either, we have to re-certify and improve our score every three years. We are also held legally accountable to consider the impact our decisions have on our workers, customers, suppliers, community, and the environment.
Gaining a B Corp® certification is not a one-time thing either, we have to re-certify and improve our score every three years. We are also held legally accountable to consider the impact our decisions have on our workers, customers, suppliers, community, and the environment.
What the certification means is that you can spot the brands that have an incredible ethos and are continually striving to do things better – for its team, the planet and the people within it.
Since its launch in 2006, more than 150,000 businesses have signed up for the B Corp Impact Assessment, yet only 4,500 have been certified which is a testament to its extremely high standards.
There are currently over 670 B Corps in the UK and 4,600 worldwide. The Wellbeing Farm is one of the first events venues and wedding venues to become a B Corp certified business in the world.
Celia Gaze, Founder and Managing Director of The Wellbeing Farm says…
“B Corporation® certification is one of the toughest business accreditation’s to be granted and for a small independent farm-based hospitality venue to achieve this is amazing. I think we are the first events and wedding venue in the UK! It has been a crazy journey which started with us installing a wind turbine to power the farm. We are proud to have been recognised for our commitment and values and delighted to be part of the global movement of people using business as a force for good. We hope we now pave the way for many more hospitality businesses to get involved in this important business movement”.
“Thank you for an amazing day! Had a super time, lots of fun and games, faultless venue. Daniella and the team were absolutely great. Special mention to Storm Hannah, who never dampened our spirits! Thanks a million, once again!”
