Client

Arpe is a family-owned textile company based in Arenys de Munt, Barcelona. Its products are made from polyester yarn derived from post-consumer rPET bottles, reflecting a commitment to reusing existing waste and giving it a second life. The products are eco-designed following circular economy principles and manufactured using 100% renewable energy. The company’s goal is to achieve carbon neutrality.

Challenge

To support Arpe in developing a Shared Value Business Plan that integrates sustainability across the organisation, focusing on the company’s most material aspects, and comfortably meeting the requirements for B Corp certification.

What was done?

  1. Initial assessment: An evaluation of Arpe’s starting position in sustainability was conducted using the B Corp standard as a benchmark. This standard assesses not only operational sustainability but also business models that prioritise positive impacts on people and/or the planet.
  2. Double materiality analysis: ESG (environmental, social, and governance) issues most relevant to the company were identified, considering both their impact and financial significance. A double materiality matrix was developed, and strategic and positioning opportunities were identified. This was done following the European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG) guidelines for CSRD reporting.
  3. Business plan creation: Based on these analyses, a business plan was drafted, detailing actions and proposals to address improvement areas and enhance the B Corp score, prioritised by materiality or urgency.
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Results

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  • Double materiality analysis, mapping and identifying the most relevant ESG topics for Arpe, accompanied by strategic recommendations.

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Shared Value Business Plan, containing 33 prioritised operational actions based on their difficulty, materiality, or urgency.

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Proposals for new impact business models, aligned with B Corp principles.

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Benchmark analysis of 14 case studies from companies with social and/or environmental impact business models, serving as inspiration for Arpe.

Conclusions

Arpe has achieved B Corp certification with a score of 94.0 points, significantly exceeding the minimum required score of 80.0. This achievement reflects the company’s commitment to a circular economy-based business model, reintegrating plastic waste into the market and operating responsibly and sustainably.

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