The Solid Bar Company is B Corp

The Solid Bar Company announces its certification as a B Corporation (or B Corp), joining a growing group of companies reinventing business by pursuing purpose as well as profit. 

But what exactly does it mean to be a B Corp, and why is this certification so important in today's business landscape?

What is a B Corp?

A B Corporation, or B Corp for short, is a type of business that meets the highest standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability. These companies undergo a rigorous assessment process to ensure they are meeting the highest standards of social and environmental responsibility.

B Corps are businesses that put people and the planet on par with profit. By committing to measuring and improving our impact on our employees, customers, local communities, and the environment, we are going beyond business as usual and playing a role in creating a better economy for people and the planet.

How does The Solid Bar Company qualify as a B Corp?

The Solid Bar Company has demonstrated its commitment to sustainability, ethical business practices, and social impact through its operations. From sourcing ethically produced ingredients to minimizing waste in its manufacturing process, The Solid Bar Company has taken concrete steps to reduce its environmental footprint and support the well-being of its employees and the community.

The Solid Bar Company has been certified by B Lab, the not-for-profit behind the B Corp movement, as having met rigorous social and environmental standards which represent its commitment to goals outside of shareholder profit.

The B Corp certification addresses the entirety of a business’ operations and covers five key impact areas of Governance, Workers, Community, Environment and Customers.

Why is being a B Corp important?

Being a B Corp is a badge of honour that sets companies apart in a crowded marketplace. Consumers are increasingly looking to support businesses that prioritize social and environmental responsibility, and being a B Corp is a clear signal that The Solid Bar Company is committed to making a positive impact on the world.

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 purpose beyond profit in their company articles.

The Solid Bar Company is now part of a community of 8,000 businesses globally who have certified as B Corps. The B Corp community in the UK, representing a broad cross section of industries and sizes, comprises over 2,000 companies and include well-known brands such as The Guardian, innocent, Patagonia and organic food pioneers Abel & Cole.

Recent attention on the natural care product industry makes The Solid Bar Company’s B Corp certification a notable step and signals a shift towards greater accountability and transparency in the sector.

Chris Turner, Executive Director of B Lab UK, says “We are delighted to welcome The Solid Bar Company to the B Corp community. This is a movement of companies who are committed to changing how business operates and believe business really can be a force for good. We know that The Solid Bar Company are going to be a fantastic addition to the community and will continue driving the conversation forward”.

“We are pleased to have B Corps of all shapes and sizes as part of our community – from start ups to multinationals and across many different industries. Business is a powerful force and B Corps demonstrate that you can do good in any sector.

Welcoming The Solid Bar Company is an exciting moment because they have an opportunity to lead the way within the natural care product industry. We and the rest of the B Corp community are really pleased to support The Solid Bar Company in paving the way for a new way of doing things”.

“Being able to welcome The Solid Bar Company to the B Corp community is hugely exciting. Their commitment to doing business differently will be an inspiration to others and really help spread the idea that we can redefine success in business to be as much about people and planet as it is about profit”.

There are currently over 2,000 B Corps in the UK and 8,000 worldwide.