ABV Development is B Corp certified!
ABV Development has obtained its B Corp certification. We explain what this means for us and why we obtained this certification.
What are B Corp and B Lab?
The movement B Corp is an international movement of people using Enterprise as a force in service Of the common good. B Corp aims to evolve our system
economic through collective action in order to meet the issues and challenges of today's society.
B Lab™ Is the non-profit network which aims to transform the economy so that it benefits all humans and all living beings. The international network of organizations is leading the change of economic systems to support our collective vision of an economy. inclusive, equitable, and regenerative.
We are convinced that a different type of economy is not only possible, but also necessary, and that businesses can lead the way.
What is B Corp certification?
The certification B Corp means that our business has been verified as meeting the high standards of B Lab in terms of social and environmental impact, that we have made a legal commitment to the governance of our stakeholders and that we are showing responsibility and transparency by publicly disclosing our performance record in our profile B Corp.
By obtaining this certification, we are part of a framework of continuous improvement.
Why get certified?
The motivations that prompted us to take the steps to obtain certification B Corp are multiple.
Show the example
We aim to lead by example in our industry. By becoming a certified company B Corp, we publicly affirm our commitment to responsible and sustainable business practices.
We are convinced that it is possible to prosper economically while acting ethically and respecting the environment. We can inspire other businesses to follow our example.
Continuous improvement
We are looking for continuous improvement. The certification B Corp offers us an approach for evaluating our activities from different perspectives (especially with regard to our social and environmental impact) by identifying our strengths and weaknesses, which allows us to identify areas in which we can make progress.
Gain height
By evaluating our environmental performance using objective and standardized criteria, we obtain a holistic view of our actions and their impact on the environment.
This perspective allows us to make relevant and objective decisions in order to prioritize sustainable initiatives.
Engaging our employees
The certification B Corp offers an additional opportunity to strengthen the commitment of its employees. As a certified company, we demonstrate to our team that, in addition to financial profitability, we care about the sustainability of our activities and decisions.
The pillars of B Corp impact
The pillars B Corp are therefore in line with our guidelines drawn up during our CSR policy.
Collaborators
ABV offers excellent working conditions for its employees. Trust is one of the main values of our company. Our team members benefit from flexible and remote work, personalized training plans, and a rigorous EHS policy.
The health and safety of our workers is fundamental to our business.
Environment
As a company specialized in the environmental sector, ABV is committed to implementing measures to reduce its environmental impact on an ongoing basis.
Since 2021, we have been carrying out an annual carbon assessment to assess the impact of our activities and look for ways to reduce it. Making our employees aware of climate issues is a major priority in our strategy, which is reflected in the organization of numerous thematic workshops.
Customers
ABV emphasizes the importance of transparency, quality, positive social and environmental impact, and responsibility in relationships with its stakeholders including our customers.
This includes clearly communicating our business practices, pricing policies, services, and the social and environmental performance of our business.
We see our customers as an integral part of our community and therefore strive to build lasting and meaningful relationships with them.
ABV recognizes the importance of having sustainable activities on society and the environment. We often incorporate social and environmental considerations into the services we offer.
Governance
ABV has received ECOVADIS certification. Through this certification, our objective is to prove our commitment and pursue a CSR approach within our company.
ABV involves its employees in its development. In particular, we establish our strategic plan with our entire team.
Collectivity
ABV Environment is involved in its community and contributes to local development. We promote job creation in our region.
Finally, all of our purchases are made from local sellers. Indeed, we mainly source our products in Belgium and promote responsible purchasing. In addition, within our company there is a working group on the subject of volunteering. Every year, we donate to charities.
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