From project-building charity teams to ethical sashimi restaurants, these social enterprise valuing transparency take the ubiquitous buzz word somewhere else. Where transparency seems like an obvious word to use in an about page or a mission statement, track records don't typically amount to a dictionary definition of the word.
Openness, communication and trust -- traits we'd typically associate with people (aren't corporations apparently people!) -- have come to be used by social enterprises valuing transparency in an effort to draw attention to their see-through business practices and accountability to behavior and actions. Certification systems such as B Corporation have simultaneously emerged as a way to address social and environmental businesses and grade and score them relative to the way they operate on a day-to-day basis as well as more broadly.
31 Social Enterprises Valuing Transparency
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Culturally Relevant Luggage
Ethnotek Creates Bags Using Direct Fabric Trade
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Fair Trade Lifestyle Brands
People Tree is a Stylish Social Business Spearhead
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Corporate Transparency Apps
Bizvizz Wants to Help Make You a Conscious Consumer
28
Fish Leather Straps
Sprout Watches Uses Biodegradable Materials and Mercury-Free Batteries
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Altruistic Aqua Branding
Wunderwasser Packaging Puts its Intentions Front and Center
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Fairly Traded Fashion Lines
Good & Fair Clothing Uses Organic Materials and Pays Equitable Wages
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Empowering Hygiene Businesses
The Ruby Cup is a Sustainable Personal Product for Women
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Consumer-Tailored Vitamins
Koge is Attempting to Upturn the Industry Through a Lower Cost
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Low-Impact Baby Goods
Seventh Generation Creates Responsible Home and Personal Care Products
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Ethical Furniture Retailers
Chest of Drawers Ltd is Committed to Environmental Principles
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Social Good Certifications
B Corporations Use Business to Solve Social and Eco Problems
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Community-Enhancing Natural Beverages (Update)
Runa Focused Energy Drinks Fund Development
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Jobs to End Homelessness
'Mission Possible' Helps Create Opportunities for Vancouver's Eastside
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Ethical Sashimi
Bamboo Sushi in Portland is a Certified B Corp That Values the Environment
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Indonesian Sourcing Trips
The Ethnotek 'Batik Hunting' Video Showcases the Brand's Ethos
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Sustainable Slumber Manufacturers
Abaca Producers Organic Beds and Mattresses with Welsh Wool
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Fair Trade Dried Goods
Tropical Wholefoods Works with Farmers from All Over the World
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Organic Shade-Grown Coffee
Ethical Bean Sells Fair Trade and Socially-Responsible Products
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Transparency Trek Narratives
The Ethnotek Travel Blog Delves into Culture and Process
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Project-Building Charity Teams
Engineers Without Borders Canada Integrates into Africa for Change
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Green Java Distributors
Sustainable Harvest Coffee Importers Helps Farmers Succeed
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Sustainable Amazonian Drinks
Runa Supports Indigenous Farmers Through Guayusa Tea
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Innovative Tourism Models
Aoka Offers Insightful Community-Building Trips in Brazil
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Crowdsourced Charity Reviews
GreatNonProfits is a Website that Supports Good Causes
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Custom-Printed Sustainable Tees
TS Designs Adheres to the Triple Bottom Line
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Conscientious Clothes-Tracking
This Made-By Website Tracks Textiles Transparently
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Ethically Traded Java Beans
Growers First Coffee Buys Directly From Farming Cooperatives
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Ethical Investments
Bridges Ventures is a Venture Capital Company with a Social Aim
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Fair Trade Shea Butter
Delapointe's Products are Made by Women in Burkina Faso
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Worksite Information Forums
LaborVoices, Inc. Attempts to Foster Accountability and Transparency
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Social Enterprise Magazines
Beyond Profit Provides Content to Spark Positive Change
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Sustainable Streetwear Store Interiors
Snarkitecture Embraces Recycled Materials for This Store
Supportive Entrepreneur Communities
Ooutliers Shares Insights From Successful Startups
Pop-Up Reverse Supermarkets
The Give Back Express Invites Shoppers to Buy and Donate Goods
Paper-Based Tray Packaging
Verday Vegan Meats are Packed in Shallow Food Trays Made for Recycling
Three-Sided Coins
Vdk Created a 3D Coin to Spark Conversations About Money, People and the Planet
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
On-Demand Fashion Production
Shein Moves Away From its Fast Fashion Roots with New Manufacturing
Digital Sustainable Food Solutions
Special Projects Debuts Eco Lenses to Help with Decision-Making
Environmental Cost Receipts
ASKET's Impact Receipts Measure Water Usage, CO2 Emissions & More
Eco Storytelling Workwear Campaigns
Patagonia's We Can Get There From Here Tells is Inspiring
Fully Transparent OLED Screens
Veeo Announced Three New OLED Displays at CES 2024
Cosmetic Sustainability Projects
LUSH Fresh Handmade Cosmetics Announces Sustainability Initiative
Automaker AI Use Policies
The Seven Principles for AI from BMW Outline Ethical Workplace AI
Activewear Eco Initiatives
Arc’teryx Sets Ambitious Climate Targets and Sustainability Initiatives
Inclusive Tinder Features
Tinder Launches New Profile Features to Support Authentic Connections
Carbon-Negative Soft Drinks
Tenzing Sets Itself Apart as a Soft Drink Brand with Carbon Labeling
Eco-Friendly Consumable Packaging
This Biodegradable Composite Packaging is Transparent and Edible
Employee Recognition Platforms
The 'Beams' Employee Engagement Platform Offers Insights
Sustainable QR Code Initiatives
Don Simon Launches an Education Initiative Using Pure-Pak eSense
Upcycled Circular Design Products
Cyrc Designs Expansive Products with Sustainable Themes
Product-Tracking Digital Brochures
'Another Tomorrow' Partnered with 'EVRYTHNG' for Transparency
Inclusive Social VR Programs
Meta Invested in a Social VR Research Team Alongside Universities
Sustainable Produce Packaging
These Cascades Eco-Friendly Produce Baskets are Recycled
Intricate Food Waste Teahouses
Mitsubishi Jisho Design Uses Food Waste Materials for Its Pavilion
Climate-Awareness Yogurt Labels
Oatly Unveils New Climate Footprint Labels on its Packaging
Transparent Plant-Based Membranes
YutoEco Unveils the Sustainable Cellulose Substrate Packaging
Meatless Middle Eastern Brands
THRYVE is Introducing Consumers to the Future of Arabic Cooking
Smart Brassware Packages
Aqualla Uses Digital Brochures to Reduce its Climate Impact
Programmable QR Code Tags
Openscreen's Cloud Tags Help Users Digitize Their Lives
Integrated Influencer Marketing Platforms
SocialTalk Helps Users Discover, Track, and Connect
Zero-Waste Voucher Solutions
On-us Launches New Technology for Sustainable Event Engagement
Transparent Farm-to-Can Cocktails
Anytime Spritz Boasts 100% Transparent & Sustainable Ingredients
Green Medium-Density Developments
Brahn Smillie-Fearn Consolidates Built & Natural Environments
See-Through Community Hubs
Atelier Boter Builds the F.forest Office with Modern Sensibilities
Forest-Protecting Fashion Brand Initiatives
Canopy Leads an Initiative So Save the Forests
Eco-Friendly Telecom Companies
SK Group Showcased Over 40 Sustainable Technologies at CES 2023
Transparent Beauty Platforms
Clarins T.R.U.S.T. Brings Transparency to Cosmetics & Skincare
Reduced Material Food Packaging
The Stora Enso 'Trayforma BarrPeel' Packaging is Easy to Open
Waste Tarp-Made Public Seating
The Membran Collective Joins the Urban Networks Project
Community-Centric Office Spaces
Shubin Donaldson Architects Designs the Tricon Residential Office
Decentralized Social Apps
The 'Bluesky' App is Powered By An Open-Source Protocol
Sustainable-Focused Design Tools
EFFEKT and Velux Work Together to Create the Compass Model
Gen Z Sustainability Initiatives
Puma's Voices of a RE:GENERATION is a Project with Changemakers
Employee Wellness Platforms
Scotch & Soda Launches a New Mental Health Platform for Employees
Plant-Based Tinned Fish
Seed to Surf is Sustainably Reimagining the Seafood Experience
Vegan Personal Care Cosmetics
The Body Shop's Product Portfolio is Certified by The Vegan Society
AR Secondhand Shops
American Eagle Outfitters' RE/AE Shop Spotlights Sustainable Goods
Japanese DPP Partnerships
Circularise is Set to Launch a New Digital Product Passport System
Sustainable Eraser Packaging
Maped Erasers Receive Transparent Paper Packaging Using Cristal Paper
Accountable Workplace AI Policies
Google's AI Principles Guide Ethical Use of AI Tools
Plant-Based Performance Wear
'äktiiv' is Sustainable Performance Activewear with No Microplastics
Blended Meat Brands
Paul's Table Blends Plant-Based Meat & Animal Components
Digital Animal Rights Platforms
The Humane League Launches the Fast Action Network
Transparent Cannabis QR Codes
'Veritas Fine Cannabis' Uses QR Codes to Communicate Important Info
Low-Waste Shopping Solutions
ASDA, Avery Berkel & Hanshow are Enhancing Sustainability in the UK
Sustainable Fashion Certification Services
Loro Piana Customers Can Track Product Eco-Friendliness
Mindful Metaverse Hubs
The ChopraVerse: House of Enlightenment Supports Consciousness in Web3
Community-Supporting Business Models
Ben & Jerry's' 'Linked Prosperity' Model Drives Positivity
AI Green Financing Platforms
Singapore's AI Initiative for Sustainable Finance in Real Estate
Startup Applicant Tracking Platforms
The 'Briteloop' Platform is Built for Small Businesses
Updated Sustainable API Features
Google Adds New Features to its Ingenious Project Sunroof
Digital Passport Partnerships
Viamedici Partnered with Sustain360 on Environmental Initiatives
Solar-Powered Food Trucks
Planted Unveiled a Sustainable Food Truck for a Tour Across the UK
Ability-Focused CSR Campaigns
Decathlon's Ability Signs Reshape the Narrative around Disabilities
Single-Origin Spices
Burlap & Barrel is Building Equitable, Transparent & Traceable Supply Chains
Sustainable Supplement Packaging
This New Touchstone Essentials Packaging is Made with Bio-PPE
AI Search Engines
OSO AI Scans Text Across the Expanse of the Internet
Charitable Zero-Waste Meals
Good Food Project Turns Excess Food into Meals for the Food Insecure
Biophilic Serene Communities
The Biophilic Leadership Summit is Surrounded by Greenery
Accessible Mixed-Reality Media
Chapter 2 Welcomes New Society to Revolutionize the Media Frontier
Women-Supporting Clothing Brands
'Sozy' Aims to Support Women and Victims of Violence
Sustainable Luxury Knitwear
Sheep Inc. is Pioneering Sustainable Luxury in Merino Wool Knitwear
Anonymous Workplace Review Features
Glassdoor Communities Allows Employees to Post Candidly
Circular Fashion Docuseries
The Road to Circularity by Coachtopia Shares Sustainability Challenges
Locally Focused Visionary Tableware
IKEA's Design Lab Presents the New Products of Place Campaign
Textile Recycling Supply Chains
Fashion Takes Action Releases an Eco-Conscious Textile Guide
Business-Friendly NFT Tools
Salesforce Introduces NFT Tools to Help Businesses Embrace Web3
Community-Driven Clothing Companies
'Bombas' Makes a Donation for Each Item Purchased
B2B eCommerce Retailer Platforms
Walmart Business Streamlines Access to Essentials
Circular Sustainable Apparel
The PANGEA Mangrove Sunglasses Help Fund the Mangrove Cleanup
Online Sustainable Fashion Toolkits
Fashion Takes Action Features an Important Resource
Visualized Coworker Task Platforms
The 'Teamroll' Platform Keeps Team Members Informed
Public Investment Opportunities
Steeped Coffee Offers a Unique Investment Opportunity
Casual Pizzeria Marketing
UK Pizza Chain PizzaExpress Undergoes Design Update
Transformative Cocktail Menus
The Metamorphosis Menu Explores Fermentation, Oxidation & More
Decentralized Social Apps
Meta is Developing a Decentralized Text-Based App Codenamed "P92"
All-Electric Restaurant Concepts
This Chipotle Restaurant Design Harnesses Wind & Solar Power
Transparent Community Initiatives
Microsoft Released its First-Ever 'Transparency Report' for Xbox
Sustainable Brand Certificates
b, halfmoon Recently Became a Certified B Corporation™ (B Corp™)
Tech-Focused Restaurant Councils
Lunchbox's Food Tech Council Consists of 15 Professionals
Vocational Education Advocacy Campaigns
Kagiso Trust and Sasol Foundation Launch a New Initiative
Plant-Based Seafood Brands
Boldly is Launching Calamari, Salmon, Tuna, Sashimi & Shrimp
Secure Card Recycling Systems
Mastercard and HSBC are Making the Card Industry More Sustainable
Employee Performance Management Platforms
'Teamsy' Takes the Complexity Out of Employee Tracking
Sustainability-Focused Seafood Initiatives
Hailia Has Expanded its Use of Fish Byproducts
Hospital Pricing Transparency
SumHealth Price Transparency Sheds Light On Healthcare Costs
Hyper-Local Gifting Communities
On the Buy Nothing Project App, Everything is Given Freely
Marketing Mentorship Platforms
Sprout Social Launches as a New Business Mentorship Network
Plant-Based Retail Platforms
Earth Pass Connects Eco Consumers and Vegan Brands
Sustainable Media Initatives
BlueTriton and Teads Launch a New Digital Sustainability Initiative
Pink Sushi Boxes
Dept. Sushi Serves Up Sushi in Chic, Vibrant Boxes
Entrepreneurial Mentorship platforms
GrowthMentor Connects Individuals for 1:1 Support
Blockchain Gaming Integrations
Unity Gaming Debuts the New Blockchain and Web3 Integration Options
Pro-Community Social Media Apps
Take Creates Real Life Interactions Through a Social Network
Couple-Friendly Journaling Exercises
Venice Offers Psychology-Backed Journaling for Couples
Plant-Based Spirit Ranges
The Holistic Spirits Co. is Launching with the Help of Two Experts
Transparent Pharmacy Reimbursement Models
CVS' CostVantage will Ensure Customers Understand Costs
Health-Focused Staff Programs
SOCIETY Debuts the 'SOCIETY Residents' Employee Welfare Initiative
Supportive Entrepreneurial Communities
The Zenpreneur Community Provides Resources and Support
Ominous Interior Sushi Restaurants
VSHD Design Creates a New Look for the Origami Restaurant
Compostable Foodservice Lines
The New Veridian™ Collection Targets Composter Contamination
Ethically Sourced Beef Campaigns
Verde Farms Announces the 'Beef From A Better Place' Campaign
Transparent Paid Partnership Features
LinkedIn Is Releasing a New Feature for Brand Partnerships
City-Honoring Furniture Projects
The Symbiotic Urban Furniture Project is Imaginative
Meal Donation Food Products
O Organics 'Fight Hunger, Serve Hope' Initiative Helps Kids in Need
Niche Interest Social Networks
Spiral Social Was Inspired by Wikipedia Topics
Ethical Supply Chain Initiatives
'ASOS' is Taking Steps to Weed Out Vendors Who Use Child Labor
Modern Business Card Scanners
Spreadly Scan Brings Networking to the Modern Age
Female-Centered Restaurant Concepts
Trust Bae Showcases the Culinary Perspectives of Female Chefs
Ethical AI Commitments
Samsung's Ethical AI Aims to Pioneer a Positive Impact
Social Engagement Platforms
Perspik Provides an Online Space for Thoughtful Engagement
Hiring Bias Workshops
Intentional Endowments Hosts Insightful Workshops for Employers
Social Good Brand Practices
Dignity Coconuts Positions Itself to Combat Human Trafficking
Comprehensive Business Loyalty Solutions
BusinessQR Helps Brands Build Customer Loyalty
Circular Luxury Clubs
'More' Supports More Conscious Shopping and More Accessible Luxury
Cancer-Focused CSR Initatives
Sovereign Trust Funds a Cancer-Fighting Quiz for Nigerian Students
Award-Winning Fundraising Platforms
Pledge is Utilized by Companies, Nonprofits, and Individuals
Collaborative Nonprofit Group Campaigns
The 'Little Labels, Big Impact' Campaign Raises Awareness
Children-Supporting Trust Initiatives
The Children who Trust Again Campaign Supports Abuse Victims
Employee Engagement Tools
Triibe Offers Interactive Newsfeed, Polls, Surveys, and More
Forest-Preserving Brand Initiatives
Three Prominent Chinese Fashion Companies Join Canopy
Empowering Educational Initiatives
Sight School Empowers Individuals with Visual Impairments
Entrepreneurial Community Building
VenturePals Steps in to Help Solo Entrepreneurs Find Community
Stacked Cylindrical City Towers
Heatherqick Studio and Barcode Architects Design the Oopen Tower
Faith-First Online Platforms
The Mission Connects Like-Minded People Looking for a Deeper Meaning
Friendship-Focused Finance Agreements
'Friends Over Money' Let's You Make Agreements with Friends
Ethical Tech Stack Insights
RevealStack Provides Deeper Insights Behind Any Website
Experiential Workplace Rewards
Bondly Has Over 300 Experiences for Employers to Reward the Team
Educational CSR Initatives
Shimanto Bank Contributes to Bangladesh's Education Assistance Trust
Philanthropic Investment Banks
Builders Vision Helps Build a More Humane and Healthy Planet