Is the B Corp bubble about to burst?
Thousands of firms have the certification, but some think the rules aren't strict enough
Business Daily · BBC World Service
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Show Notes
B Corp certification is meant to signal that a company is socially and environmentally conscious. The logo graces the packaging and advertising of anything, from shoes and snacks, to steak houses. But as the movement nears nearly 10,000 companies globally, and includes multinational food and beverage giants, is it getting too big to be meaningful?
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