A New Simple Test of Green

A New Simple Test for Green

Back in July, I blogged about a simple test that environmentally conscious consumers could use to separate the truly green companies from those that merely use green as a marketing ploy or green washing. I’m proud to say that Clean Currents has recently taken a step to draw an even brighter line between our actions and sustainability commitment as a company vs. those in our industry who merely talk a good green game.

Clean Currents achieved certification as a “B Corp.”

This is a huge step. B Corp certification, run by the non profit group, B Lab, is one of the most stringent sustainability certification models in the nation. We are the first company in Montgomery County, and the fourth in the entire state of Maryland to achieve this advanced certification.
Being a certified B Corp means we are subject to a third party audit to verify the sustainability of our business practice. The B Corp web site best describes what this certification means:
Certified B Corporations are a new type of corporation which uses the power of business to solve social and environmental problems. B Corps are unlike traditional businesses because they:
• Meet comprehensive and transparent social and environmental performance standards;
• Meet higher legal accountability standards;
• Build business constituency for good business

There are currently no other energy companies in Maryland, DC, Pennsylvania or Delaware that are certified as a B Corporation. Clean Currents is the only one. We are proud of that and will continue to work to live up to the expectations that come with this designation. Check out more about B Corp HERE.