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B Lab have just released their 2023 annual report - it's well worth a read. Just going through the B Impact Assessment can help any company to measure and improve their social and environmental impact - and to take real action to use Business as a Force for good. At Business On Purpose we have walked this journey with over 400 clients and have hundreds of testimonials confirming how much it helped them become a Better Business. If not us, then who? If not now, then when? Let's all join hands and hearts in making this world a better place. Please get in touch if you need some guidance, support and some sunshine on your adventure. #businessonpurpose #bcorp #betterbusiness

B Corps are businesses that strive to meet high standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. Certified B Corporations, or B Corps, aim to create a better economic system where businesses can benefit people, communities, and the planet. They prioritise long-term investments over short-term gains and evaluate their success based on the positive impact they create. Making sure that we as consumers, engage and support B Corps is vital in the continual growth of sustainable practices and limiting our environmental impact. Check out the recent developments of B Corporation standards and how they continue to better people, communities and the planet: https://rpb.li/TSyjJq #BCorps #Sustainability #Corporateresonsibility

Please check out this important work! The summary can be found on page 14 of the report.

For 2024, investors are expected to stay laser-focused on climate and sustainability, as highlighted by M.A. Soriano IV in the Sustainalytics Indexes. Sustainability goes beyond economics and government mandates — it necessitates a call to action from all board members at an internal level. #ClimateAction #Sustainability #Investing #BoardMembers

📢 Our 2023 Impact Report is Live! 🌍 Global Reach: We financed 375 organizations to impact nearly 2 million people in 21 countries. - 1.3 million smallholder farmers supported through agri-financing. - 500,000+ received credit and non-credit services via financial service providers. - 6,000+ linked to suitable employment through Dutch social enterprises. 📈 Beyond Numbers: The stories of our partners, such as Sommalife and Apoms, illustrate the positive impact that the organizations we finance have on smallholder farmers. In the Netherlands, our partners Oscar Circulair and Prins Heerlijk are making important strides in fostering an inclusive labor market. 🔎 Deep Dive on Impact Management: Discover our impact measurement approach and future goals in the featured article by yours truly.

🌍 Join Us for a Discussion on #Digital Solutions and #Climate Action! April 17, 11:30AM EDT 🌱 As we navigate the challenges of climate change, it's evident that digital technologies hold immense potential for positive impact. From strengthening climate resilience to supporting low-carbon development, the possibilities are vast. At the same time, digitalization generates a similar amount of emissions as the airline industry. To ensure that digital growth is climate friendly, the sector is actively working to reduce its carbon footprint. Join us online for a special knowledge café event on Wednesday, April 17, from 11:30 AM to 12:15 PM EDT, where we'll explore how digital solutions are shaping climate action while also greening the sector. Key Highlights: 🔍 Exploring the role of digital solutions in climate action. 🌿 Showcasing country examples from environmental footprint Brazil, Ethiopia, and more. 📈 Discussing strategies to reduce the of the digital sector. We hope you’ll tune in to learn more about how we can use technology for a greener, more resilient future. https://lnkd.in/dafiSrxX Seth Ayers Sara Ballan

📢 Exciting news! The WSSP 2023 Annual Report is now available online. Dive into our journey, accomplishments, and impact over the past year. Click the link below to view the report: https://lnkd.in/gxNrR4G5 #WSSPAnnualReport #Impact #CommunityChange

#ICYMI watch the #InternationalYouthDay Webinar 'From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development' 🌍 💻

We have made a significant contribution towards the achievement of the United Nations #SustainableDevelopmentGoal 4 (#SDG4) to help ensure #inclusive and #equitableeducation for all. For in-depth insights, explore 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻 https://lnkd.in/gWBFzf-Z #KPMGIMPACT #MakeTheDifference

🌍 Reimagining a Better Future: Evolving B Corp Standards "17 years ago, we were trailblazers, showing people the way. Now we need to evolve our standards to meet this moment." - Clay Brown, B Lab Global Head of Standards, Certification & Product Delivery. The B Corp movement has always been about continuous improvement, about pushing boundaries and striving for a better tomorrow. As businesses, we feel the responsibility to address today's challenges head-on, from climate change to social inequality. But to truly make a difference, we need to go beyond the status quo. In a world where collective imagination seems to be dwindling, we're joining the (r)evolution by sparking creativity, fostering collective intelligence, and leveraging technology to inspire a vision for the future. It's about balancing imagination with practical experimentation, about finding innovative solutions to complex problems. At B Lab, they're evolving standards to ensure B Corps can lead the way in creating a more sustainable, equitable, and regenerative economy for all. They're redefining what it means to be a business for good, setting a new bar for social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. Stay tuned for updates on the new standards by joining our newsletter https://lnkd.in/g8sxs-CK #BCorp #bcorporation #bcorps #goodbusiness #goodbusinessesdogood #goodbusinesspractices #good4business