Did VRG GRL need to make improvements to certify?Updated 20 days ago

Yes, VRG GRL did need to make improvements in order to certify. While many of the right practices were already in place, the B Corp process highlighted gaps in how those practices were documented, measured, and governed.

A significant portion of the work involved formalising existing approaches to ensure accountability and consistency as the business grows. As part of this process, we introduced formal carbon accounting, establishing a quantified Scope 1–3 emissions baseline where this had not previously been in place.

While the introduction of a structured Environmental Management System (EMS) schedule did not contribute to our final assessment score, it was identified as an important area for future improvement and has since been implemented to strengthen environmental oversight.

In addition, although supplier auditing was already underway, the certification process prompted us to go deeper by strengthening expectations, verification processes, and follow-up. Overall, B Corp has provided a clear framework and direction for continued improvement beyond certification, rather than serving as an endpoint.