Starting in 2026, companies seeking B Corp certification will need to meet several ESG (environmental, social, and governance) impact requirements. The new standards include two additional focus areas: “Climate Action” and “Circularity and Environmental Management.” The first requires reducing greenhouse gas emissions and committing to limiting global warming in line with the Paris Agreement. The second involves assessing overall environmental impact and adopting circular practices in production and operations.

These requirements apply to companies of all sizes, with stricter obligations for larger enterprises. SMEs will need to adopt concrete measures to reduce emissions, develop climate action plans to limit warming to 1.5 °C, and set science-based targets. Regarding circularity, they must assess environmental impacts, integrate circular design principles, reduce the use of virgin materials, and promote reuse and recycling, always ensuring transparency and collaboration across the value chain.

These new requirements represent a qualitative leap in sustainability management and align with international frameworks such as GRI, ESRS, and the Science Based Targets initiative.

How can inèdit help?

B Corp certification is one of the tools we use to drive business transformation and achieve tangible positive impact. At inèdit, we can support you by:

• Calculating your carbon footprint and identifying areas for improvement.
• Developing decarbonization plans and circularity strategies tailored to your business.
• Guiding you through the entire B Corp certification process, from assessment to action.

Want to learn how to prepare for the new B Corp standards or advance in circularity and climate action?