Becoming a B Corp under the New Standards

B Corp isn’t about being perfect. It’s about proving progress.

For years, B Corp certification was earned by scoring 80+ points on the B Impact Assessment. That’s changing. From 2026 for new B Corp submissions, certification will require companies to meet mandatory performance and legal standards across seven Impact Topics and three Foundation Requirements, including climate action, stakeholder governance, and fair work practices.

This guide unpacks everything you need to know about certifying under the new framework.

What’s inside the guide?

✔️ Step-by-step breakdown of the new B Corp certification process

✔️ Guidance on eligibility, legal structure and risk profiling

✔️ Clear explanations of all 10 requirements, from climate to governance

✔️ What third-party verification involves (and how to prepare for it)