9 Ways to Shop with Certified B Corps
B Corps are purpose-driven companies like ours with unique missions to do good for both society and the planet.
June 21, 2023
It’s a pretty big deal. Karma Wallet has become a Certified B Corp! Long story short, being a B Corp means we join a global network of companies using business as a force for good. Today, there are over 6,785 B Corps operating in 90 countries across 161 industries. We’re in good company! B Corps are purpose-driven companies like ours with unique missions to do good for both society and the planet. When you shop B Corps, you signal the demand for more eco-friendly and ethical business practices.
Within the B Corp network are a ton of awesome companies – many of which we’ve rated on Karma Wallet. As the B Corp network grows, so does the impact we can create together.
Explore 9 Ways to Shop B Corp Companies!
Tillamook
Rated 15/16
Headquartered in, you guessed it, Tillamook, Oregon, the Tillamook County Creamery Association’s ice creams, yogurts, cheeses, and more, have graced American households and supermarket shelves for years.
Not only are their products delicious, but they have very strong commitments to be a force of good in their industry!
Created by farmers, for farmers, the creamery co-op seeks to support and protect agriculture through their All For Farmers coalition, which raises money for farmers in need.
Additionally, the company is well aware of the dairy industry’s undeniable effect on climate change, so much so that they’ve committed to net zero emissions by 2050. Their Climate Action plan is thorough and transparent, and with B Labs backing their company, we’re excited to see what the future holds for this fellow B Corp!
4Ocean
Rated 15/16
If you’ve been in the sustainability space for a while now, you’ve probably heard about 4ocean – the funky ocean-inspired jewelry company that recovers plastics and other waste from our oceans.
Since 2017, they’ve pulled 28,928,385 pounds of trash from our waters and shores!
When you buy one of their products, you’re directly funding their cleanups, as each sale pulls one pound of trash from our waters and coastlines. These materials are then recycled to recreate their iconic bracelets! 4ocean also seeks to support the communities of the people they serve by creating crew jobs with fair wages in developing countries.
Without a doubt, 4ocean has made a big splash in the fight against ocean pollution, hopefully signaling waves of progress in the realm of sustainable apparel!
Sydney Hale Co.
Rated 10/16
Established in Northern Virginia in 2008, Sydney Hale Co. now hand produces their home fragrance products just down the street in Richmond, VA. Made from sustainably sourced, toxin-free ingredients, their beautifully scented candles and thoughtfully curated home fragrances help bring new life and energy into any space.
Their main mission as a B Corp? Supporting animal rescue.
In fact, they donate 10% of their profits to organizations focused on animal welfare. Since 2010, they’ve donated over $300,000! Shop B Corps and get some awesome home products below.
Bee’s Wrap
Rated 13/16
While it might seem like this product has just started to take social media by swarm, Bee’s Wrap has actually been on a mission to create eco-friendly food storage solutions for years.
This natural plastic wrap alternative supports our natural pollinators and discourages the use of single-use plastics!
Their durable material made out of only four all-natural ingredients helps keep your food fresh for multiple uses and can be composted when you’re done.
For comparison, using a single pack of Bee’s Wrap saves about 1,667 sq. feet of plastic wrap that would’ve otherwise ended up in our oceans or landfills.
Bigelow Tea
Rated 11/16
Since 1945, Bigelow Tea has been family owned and operated – with a mission to make high quality, specialty tea for the entire nation.
While their main focus is on happy customers drinking yummy tea, they also prioritize strong supplier relationships based on fair wages and mutual respect, as well as employee rights.
They’ve also made huge strides in sustainability.
- They are 100% renewable energy certified and have 870 solar panels at their HQ.
- Their business is 95% zero waste, they compost 80 tons a year, and they’ve preserved 347 acres to date.
- If all that wasn’t enough, they are also Green-e certified, showcasing their commitment to renewables!
Avocado Green Mattress
Rated 15/16
Avocado Green Mattress makes high quality, comfy mattresses for the whole family. Sounds simple, right? Nope.
- They go above and beyond other mattress brands in terms of sustainability – from their B Corp Certification to their materials.
- Their organic cotton and organic wool are both GOTS Certified and they run a GOTS Certified factory in Los Angeles.
- Their latex is Global Organic Latex Standard Certified (as is their factory!)
- Their finished products are also USDA Organic Certified, of course.
- The wool is certified by the Responsible Wool Standard, too!
Avocado themselves are Climate Negative Certified, Clean Energy Partner Certified, FSC Certified, GREENGUARD Gold Certified, B Corp, MADE SAFE Certified, Vegan Certified, Peta Approved, 1% for the Planet, part of the American Sustainable Business Council, and a bunch of other awesome certifications that we don’t have space for.
Simply put, they’re not making your typical mattress.
Welly
Rated 15/16
Welly specializes in first aid, skincare, and beauty products that help you get “welly” soon!
As part of their initiative to help people live better, they’ve partnered with KABOOM! to build kid-centric playgrounds, fostering communities and supporting child development processes through play.
They also host blood drives and give hundreds of thousands of bandages through their partnership with the American Red Cross.
These commitments and more have helped earn them a spot among many other impact-driven companies as a B Corp. Try Welly the next time you see them in a nearby store!
Blueland
Rated 14/16
While traditional cleaning products may help you rid your home of dirt, dust, and grime, they actually have the opposite effect on our planet. Many cleaning solutions come in single-use plastic packaging and contain chemicals that are harmful to both us and the environment.
That’s where Blueland comes in. Blueland eliminates the need for single-use plastics in cleaning products with their refillable containers, tablets, and powders!
In addition to B Corp, they’re Climate Neutral Certified, Cradle to Cradle Certified, MADE SAFE Certified, and meet the criteria for EPA Safer Choice.
Nimble
Rated 10/16
Ever had your expensive name-brand charger wear out on you way too soon? We certainly have.
Throwing away your burnt or torn cords is never a good feeling, and it only gets worse after buying a new one, just for it to break again. Thankfully, there’s a more reliable and sustainable solution to this problem.
Nimble is a e-waste recycling company, specializing in eco-friendly technology (like phone chargers) made from recycled materials.
Their closed-loop product design features fully recyclable and biodegradable packaging, and they include a recycled plastic bag in your orders so that you can recycle your old tech as well!
Their innovative business model has helped recycle over 38,000 pounds of e-waste.
Aside from being B Corp Certified, they’re also Climate Neutral Certified and a member of 1% for the Planet, signifying their commitment to giving at least 1% of yearly revenue to environmental nonprofits.
When you shop B Corps, you aren’t just purchasing a product – you’re becoming part of a story. Every B Corp has their own unique mission to make the world a better place. While these are some of our favorites, there are thousands of ways to shop B Corp brands.