Clade Engineering proudly announces prestigious B Corp certification
Clade Engineering Systems Ltd, UK leading Heat Pump and Refrigeration Manufacturers – specialising in air source and r290 heat pumps – are pleased to announce that they have acquired a B Corp Certification.
B Corp companies are mission-driven organisations that combine profit and purpose while adhering to strict standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability. To obtain B Corp Certification, businesses must complete a comprehensive evaluation known as the B Impact Assessment, which measures their impact on workers, communities, the environment, customers, and governance.
B Lab, a nonprofit organisation, offers this accreditation, which is unique in that it assesses a company’s social and environmental effect holistically, setting a high standard for ethical and sustainable business operations. B Corps are part of a worldwide movement focused at promoting a more inclusive, equitable, and renewable economy, with Clade now joining the ranks of companies like Ben & Jerry’s, Coursera, and Patagonia, who use their business to foster positive change.
Clade’s certification demonstrates their tireless dedication to high standards of social and environmental performance, accountability and transparency, proving commitment and dedication to sustainable, long-term practices for the environment, their clients and employees.
For over 30 years, Clade has been working with their clients to transition their systems to more sustainable, energy-efficient solutions. Specialising in commercial applications such as supermarkets, schools, hospitals and corporate buildings, Clade has deployed over 500 natural refrigerant appliances across the UK, showcasing unmatched expertise and dedication to reducing carbon emissions.
Dean Frost, Managing Director at Clade Engineering Systems states the impact their B Corp Certification had on their company:
“The Board of Clade is immensely proud to announce its achievement of B-Corp certification, a significant milestone that underscores our unwavering commitment to not only financial success but also to social and environmental responsibility.
This certification is a testament to Clade’s dedication to maintaining the highest standards of transparency, performance, and accountability, aligning our operations with our core values of sustainability, equity, and community engagement. It reflects our holistic approach to business, where we prioritise the well-being of our employees, the communities we serve, and the planet, alongside our economic goals.”
Clade’s B impact assessment score
Clade has worked endlessly, and will continue to go above and beyond to maintain and build on their B Corp Certification, opening new doors to decarbonisation projects and creating a sustainable future for businesses and homeowners through green heating solutions.
Based on the B Impact assessment, Clade Engineering earned an impressive score of 86.0, with aim to further improve this each year. This score far surpasses the median of 50.9 for typical businesses, highlighting Clade’s exceptional commitment across the following areas:
Governance (Score: 13.5): Clade excels in governance through their Impact Business Model, focusing on mission, ethics, transparency, and social and environmental impact.
Workers (Score: 20.8): Employee wellbeing is a priority at Clade, emphasising financial security, health, wellness, career development, and satisfaction.
Community (Score: 11.1): Clade’s commitment to social responsibility is evident in their efforts towards diversity, equity, inclusion, economic impact, civic engagement, charitable contributions, and responsible supply chain management.
Environment (Score: 37.9): Leading in environmental efforts, Clade is committed to reducing carbon emissions and assisting customers in achieving net zero with innovative natural refrigerant technologies.
Customers (Score: 2.4): Clade focuses on helping customers reach sustainability goals through ethical marketing, data privacy, customer feedback channels, and product and service quality.
This milestone underscores their role as a leader in green heating solutions, cementing Clade’s dedication to ethical practices and environmental stewardship. Clade’s continued efforts in advancing sustainable technologies promise to pave the way for a greener, more equitable future, inspiring confidence and trust among stakeholders.
