Recertifying as a B Corp: What’s Changing and How to Stay Ready
B Corp recertification is entering a new chapter. From 2026 onward, the process will no longer rely only on scoring points — every company will need to meet non-negotiable requirements across seven core sustainability themes.
For most B Corps, this shift is positive: it brings more clarity, more consistency, and better alignment with global sustainability expectations. But it also means that the journey to recertification requires more planning and more structured evidence than before.
Why it matters
To stay certified, companies will now need to demonstrate ongoing progress at Years 0, 3 and 5, with external verification built into the cycle. Sustainability claims — especially for B2C brands — will need to be backed up with real proof to comply with the new European ECGT directive coming into force in September 2026.
To make this transition easier, we’ve created a practical guide to B Corp recertification, breaking down what’s changing and exactly how to prepare — especially for SMEs.
The guide gives you
A clear explanation of the seven mandatory themes
A step-by-step roadmap from now to 2026
A list of the most common challenges and how to avoid them
Guidance for B2C companies navigating new transparency rules
Download the guide to get clarity on the new B Corp standards and how to stay certified.
