B Lab Standards V2.2

Know exactly where your business stands on the path to B Corp.

A free AI assessment that evaluates your practices across 7 impact topics and 27 requirements — scored against the actual B Lab certification framework.

Impact TopicsV2.2
Purpose & GovernanceFair WorkJEDIHuman RightsClimate ActionEnvironment & CircularityGov. Affairs & Collective Action
27 requirements/Tailored by size & sector
What You GetFree
AI-guided conversation
Scored per impact topic
Gap analysis + action plan
58 minutes/No obligation
Certification Phases
Year 0
Year 3
Year 5

This assessment evaluates Year 0 readiness — the bar for initial certification.

The Framework

Seven areas your business is measured on

B Corp certification evaluates your practices across these impact topics. Each area looks at whether policies exist, are documented, measured, and continuously improved — with requirements tailored to your company’s size and industry sector.

Foundation RequirementsFR

Before the 7 topics are evaluated, companies must meet baseline eligibility, adopt the B Corp legal requirement, and complete a risk profile.

FR1

The company meets the eligibility requirements for B Corp Certification.

FR2

The company adopts the B Corp legal requirement and commits to supporting the B Corp community's collective purpose.

FR3

The company creates a risk profile and meets any additional sub-requirements.

Tailored to Your Business

Not every requirement applies equally. V2.2 adjusts what’s expected based on two factors:

Company size

A 10-person startup faces different expectations than a 500-person enterprise. Governance, reporting, and supply chain requirements scale accordingly.

Industry sector

Manufacturing, services, agriculture, and other sectors carry different environmental and supply chain requirements.

This assessment adapts to your profile
Impact Topics
27 requirements
Purpose & Governance

Define your company’s purpose and give stakeholders a voice in decisions that affect them.

Fair Work

Pay fair wages, set clear expectations, and actively measure and improve workplace culture.

JEDI

Collect diversity data, listen to stakeholders, and take action toward an inclusive workplace.

Human Rights

Commit publicly to human rights and assess risks across your operations and supply chain.

Climate Action

Measure greenhouse gas emissions, set science-based targets, and plan for net zero by 2050.

Environment & Circularity

Know your environmental footprint, reduce waste, and apply circular economy principles.

Gov. Affairs & Collective Action

Be transparent about lobbying and taxes, and collaborate on collective social impact.

Phased Certification
Year 0Initial Certification
Year 3Progressive Improvement
Year 5Full Adherence

This assessment evaluates Year 0 readiness — the bar for initial B Corp certification. Year 3 and Year 5 requirements are phased in over time.

The Journey

Four stages of readiness

Most businesses fall somewhere on this spectrum. The assessment tells you exactly where — and what to prioritize for Year 0.

Readiness StagesYear 0 baseline
Early Explorer

Few formal policies or measurement systems. Most Year 0 requirements not yet addressed.

Building Foundation

Some practices exist but gaps remain in documentation, measurement, and governance.

On Track

Strong progress across multiple topics. Most Year 0 requirements addressed or partially in place.

Nearly Ready

Most Year 0 requirements met. Targeted refinements will bring you to certification readiness.

The Process

How the assessment works

An AI-guided conversation evaluates your practices against the actual V2.2 compliance criteria. No long forms or sales calls.

01

Walk through the standards

Our AI guides a focused conversation across all seven V2.2 impact topics. No forms — just a natural dialogue about your current practices.

02

Get scored against V2.2

Your answers are evaluated against B Lab’s actual compliance criteria. Each topic is scored individually against Year 0 requirements.

03

See your gaps and next steps

Receive a prioritized roadmap showing which requirements to address first and a realistic timeline to certification readiness.

Get Started

Find out where you stand

58 minutes. Seven impact topics. Evaluated against the B Lab V2.2 standards with a prioritized action plan.