This B Corp Month, we celebrated the power of B Corp to drive meaningful action. Seismic's Cofounder and Chief Impact Officer, Amy Bourbeau, and Senior Sustainability Consultant, Olivia Jennings, were joined by guest speakers, Mark Brown, Head of Impact and...
Welcome to our Insights hub, where we shine a light on the latest trends, best practices, and innovative ideas shaping the world of sustainability and social impact. Through thought-provoking articles, insightful analysis, and actionable guidance, we are helping businesses, nonprofits, and changemakers to navigate the complex and ever-shifting landscape of sustainability.
Climate change presents a global challenge that demands urgent action across all sectors of society. In response to the escalating climate crisis, the UK has implemented regulations mandating businesses to identify, assess and manage their climate-related risks and...
With increasing pressure on achieving Net Zero by 2030, we are examining how setting strategic targets can be the pivotal starting point. In our recent Breakfast Briefing, Seismic’s Head of Service Excellence, Inge Hertzog and Senior Consultant, Joe Venables, are...
Businesses are under increasing pressure to have a voice in the global sustainability narrative, but with increasing scrutiny and backlash against greenwashing, many have found themselves in hot water over exaggerated and unsubstantiated claims. In recent years, the...
After a draft deal was forged and later rejected by many countries around the COP28 table, last Wednesday morning the final deal passed… 24 hours after the original deadline. The deal calls for a ‘transitioning away from fossil fuels in energy systems, in a just,...
With sustainability regulations and reporting becoming a mandatory requirement for businesses across all sectors and sizes, Seismic’s regulation requirement series is here to help unpack the changes. The series aims to provide key insights and takeaways to help...
Whether you’re at the start of your sustainability journey or refining an existing approach, defining an ESG strategy is the first step to actionable change. In our recent Breakfast Briefing, Seismic’s CEO, Paul Lewis and Sustainability Consultant, Ali Perry, are...
So you’re ready to submit your B Corp assessment - congratulations! This is an incredibly proud moment for any business. Reaching 80 points on the B Impact Assessment (BIA) takes significant evidence gathering work in the short term and, most importantly, long term...
With increasing pressure from stakeholders to act on sustainability, it's vital for businesses to communicate transparently and consistently on their impact. In our recent Breakfast Briefing, Seismic’s Head of Sustainability Communications, Olivia Hill, joined by...
Engaging your suppliers as part of your sustainability initiatives is crucial for the success of your Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) strategy. The majority of a company’s ESG impacts lie within its supply chain, and so meaningful improvement cannot be made...
The B Corp movement is rapidly growing, with 7,000+ businesses globally and 1,500+ of those in the UK, plus 240,000+ businesses using the framework to create a robust ESG strategy. In this rapidly evolving movement, many organisations are wondering what B Corp really...
As a large or complex business, understanding the scope of the B Corp process and how to obtain certification can feel daunting, but it shouldn’t deter organisations. With huge impact opportunities across a range of areas, irrespective of certification, the B Corp...
The past few years have pushed sustainability into the spotlight. In an era of risk and instability, society has been forced to acknowledge the obvious: we need profound, systemic change to tackle the climate crisis and we must work together to make this happen....
There is increasing evidence that organisations led by purpose and committed to improving their social and environmental performance are reaping business benefits. However, despite the growing recognition of the power of purpose, businesses often find it challenging...
Over the last few years, the European Union has been leading the charge on ESG policy and regulations that require companies to better understand and manage their social and environmental impact. To help unpack the changes, Seismic is launching a new series, diving...
While a significant number of UK B Corps from the food and drink industry are thriving, they represent only 3% of the entire UK food and drink sector. This highlights the immense potential for innovation and early adoption among brands seeking to make a difference. Leaders from standout B Corps innocent drinks and Tony’s Chocolonely share their insights.
As Pride Month comes to an end, it’s important to continue celebrating the history and achievements of the LGBTQIA+ community and also actively advocate for equality and amplifying LGBTQIA+ voices. Here are some ways to build inclusivity into your company’s DNA.
Private Equity is entering a new age of ESG maturity. It has the potential to become a powerful change agent for progress and the B Corp framework is a crucial tool to support this shift.
As we face the realities of a climate emergency, businesses are struggling with how to set realistic and challenging sustainability goals and targets. Crucially they want to know how to take meaningful action to meet those targets. Our carbon experts demystify Scope 1 to 3 Carbon Footprinting and with the support of a few clients, discuss how your carbon journey can fit with B Corp.
