UK-based architecture and interior design firm Barr Gazetas sets a new standard, earning B Corporation certification with a record-breaking score of 141.9. The median score for businesses completing the certification process is currently 50.9.
The firmโs focus on employees, values, and projects, alongside its ESG-driven governance, led to the decision to pursue B Corp certification. The certification was officially confirmed in September, making Barr Gazetas part of a community of over 2,000 B Corp-certified businesses in the UK. The process also enabled the practice to reassess its internal processes and reinforce its commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles.
Jon Eaglesham ,Managing Director, Barr Gazetasโ said, โWe are delighted to not only be 100% B Corp but to have achieved such an outstanding score of 141.9, which is a testament to our wonderful team, clients and collaborators. Seeking a B Corp certification felt like a natural step for us, and I look forward to seeing other practices scoring even higher and showing that architects really do lead the industry in social and environmental performance and accountability.โ
B Corporation certification is awarded by B Lab, a non-profit organisation that assesses companies based on their social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability. B Corp certification is regarded as a benchmark for sustainability, with businesses aiming to create positive impacts on people, communities, and the planet.
Source: www.bdonline.co.uk
