Houseof, lighting retail company announces its certification as a B Corporation (B Corp)

Houseof, the much applauded  climate friendly lighting company has announced its certification as a B Corporation (B Corp), joining a burgeoning group of companies reinventing business by pursuing purpose as well as profit. houseof has been certified by B Lab, the not-for-profit behind the B Corp movement, as having met rigorous social and environmental standards which represent its commitment to goals outside of shareholder profit.

Chris Turner, Executive Director of B Lab UK, says “We are delighted to welcome houseof to the B Corp community. This is a movement of companies who are committed to changing how business operates and believe business really can be a force for good. We know that houseof is going to be a fantastic addition to the community and will continue driving the conversation forward. “Welcoming houseof is an exciting moment because they have an opportunity to lead the way within the lighting and homewares industry. We and the rest of the B Corp community are really pleased to support houseof in paving the path  for a new way of doing things”.

Helen White, co-founder of houseof says “We are so excited to be part of the B Corp community and to be acknowledged by B Lab as a company that is a force for good.  Being on the B Corp journey has solidified our belief that having a positive impact on people and planet is crucial in business. We look forward to being part of the movement and have plans to push our sustainability and community impact even further.”