Attention: Today marks Earth Overshoot Day 2024 ⌛ From today onwards, we're consuming more resources than Earth can regenerate this year. Businesses often contribute to this problem by consuming more resources than the planet can regenerate and prioritizing short-term profits over long-term sustainability. But #BCorps are proving that businesses can—and must—also be part of the solution. By moving away from economic principles that promote greed, wealth inequality, and ecological collapse, the #BCorpMovement is working towards a future where businesses regenerate rather than deplete our planet’s resources. As the climate crisis intensifies, it is crucial to accelerate our efforts to #MoveTheDate of Earth Overshoot Day. We must shift from incremental improvements to substantial, impactful actions. This urgency is why the standards for #BCorpCertification are evolving. To read more about our “Environmental Stewardship & Circularity” impact section in our latest draft standards visit: https://bit.ly/3WpSFvT
B Lab U.S. & Canada
Civic and Social Organizations
Berwyn, Pennsylvania 81,473 followers
Our movement is on a mission to change the economy to benefit all people, communities, and the planet. #BCorp
About us
B Lab U.S. & Canada is a part of a global network that serves a movement of people using business as a force for good. A historic global culture shift is underway to harness the power of business to help address society’s greatest challenges. B Lab’s goal is to accelerate this culture shift and make it meaningful and lasting. Our vision is of an inclusive, equitable and regenerative economic system for all people and the planet.
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http://usca.bcorporation.net/
External link for B Lab U.S. & Canada
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- Civic and Social Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Berwyn, Pennsylvania
- Type
- Nonprofit
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15 Waterloo Avenue
Berwyn, Pennsylvania 19312, US
Employees at B Lab U.S. & Canada
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Roma A. McCaig
Public Affairs & Communications Chief | Impact & Sustainability Head | Transformative Change Leader | B Corp Expert | ESG Champion
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Beth Carls
Education Futurist Helping Teens/Tweens with Mental Well-Being
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Anne-Sophie Hottiaux-Hegmans
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Jorge Fontanez
CEO @ B Lab U.S. & Canada | Impact-driven
Updates
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A local approach with a big impact! 🌍✨ This week, our USCA team gathered for a strategy retreat in our hometown hubs—NYC, Philly, Denver, and Oakland. By meeting right where we are instead of traveling to one central spot, we're not only saving on costs but also slashing our carbon footprint. It’s a simpler approach that helps us stay connected, work together more efficiently, and stay true to our commitment to sustainability. We can’t wait to share the exciting insights that come from each of our hubs!
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Our friends LIFT Economy are offering an inclusive, affordable MBA program for entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs, and aspiring changemakers. 📣 If you want to courageously create and transform organizations to operate from a regenerative, life-serving paradigm alongside a supportive and mission-aligned peer group — this program is for you. The Next Economy MBA fall cohort begins in September. Learn more and sign up for a free intro at https://lnkd.in/edsAabUa
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We know finding plastic-free alternatives can feel like a hassle, so we’ve done the work for you! 😌 These companies don’t just talk about sustainability; they live it through their dedication to people and the planet as certified B Corps. This #PlasticFreeJuly, make an impact in your home and on the world by supporting B Corps committed to eliminating plastic waste. Going plastic-free literally saves you money and helps the planet. Does it get much better than that? If you know of any more plastic-free alternatives, please comment them below! 👇🏼
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Let's normalize discomfort! From personal experiences to workplace examples, Maria Velasco explores how embracing discomfort can entirely reshape one's approach to inclusivity. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/ezDtkDbj
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Have your efforts to reduce unkindness in the workplace backfired, increasing animosity? Diana Hutchinson from Trebuchet Group shares how 'calling in' rather than 'calling out' has invited clarity and reconnection, transforming her everyday interactions. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/em5MzqFt
Creating Cultures of Belonging by Calling Others In
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Wellness Week at B Lab U.S. Canada started in 2020, born from a wellness pulse survey that highlighted the emotional and mental toll on our team during the COVID-19 lockdown and the widespread injustices against Black Americans. To address this, we implemented Wellness Week in July, closing our offices to give our team space and grace to recharge. Our community has shown immense gratitude for this mid-year break, leading us to establish two PTO weeks annually to prioritize wellness, rest, and a healthy work-life balance. Although Wellness Week was implemented in response to COVID, we recognize that our team faces difficulties both professionally and personally that require time for reflection and rest so we can show up at our best. We'd love to hear your thoughts! Ask us anything in the comments. And, when you can, we strongly encourage you to log off and take some time to rest 🩵
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Jury Gualandris, Director of the Network for Business Sustainability (NBS) tackled a challenge many avoid: engaging directly with climate change skeptics and denialists. His journey brings light to the obstacles and potential in direct engagement to address polarized issues like climate change. More on this experience: https://lnkd.in/gaAymrGi
5 Lessons from an Online Journey Into Climate Change Skepticism
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#BCorps like ActiVote and NationSwell are out to tackle voter apathy and disinformation ahead of the 2024 U.S. elections with timely, nonpartisan resources and activations. Learn how these efforts are empowering individuals and businesses to promote civic engagement: https://lnkd.in/gn7H3ZkE
Resources to Help Businesses Support Civic Engagement for the 2024 U.S. Election
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Too often, climate crises hit low-income regions the hardest, highlighting the disproportionate impact on the most vulnerable populations. The recent catastrophic flooding in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, exemplifies this, leading to massive displacement with hundreds of thousands forced into shelters and 93% of the state affected. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gk48sX8J
When Local Flooding Has Global Implications
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