– Italy ranks first among European countries for the number of B Corp certified wineries, an internationally recognized certification, assigned by B Lab, which guarantees the company’s adherence to high standards in terms of social performance , environmental, transparency and accountability. This is made by Moto B Lab Italia, a non-profit organization that coordinates the B Corp movement in the country.
With a total of 7 companies, Italy comprises 30% of the B Corps present in Europe (23 companies in total) and 10% of the companies present throughout the world (72 companies), surpassing France and Denmark which count 6 and 3 B Corp respectively. Obtaining B Corp Certification – underlines a note – confirms a growing phenomenon in the wine sector at a global level: from 2022 to today, the supply chain has recorded an increase in the number of certifications of 43% in Italy and 60% in Europe and the world.
“The wine sector – comments Anna Puccio, Managing Director of B Lab Italia – is a flagship of the Italian economy and of our cultural identity. The B Corp companies that operate in this supply chain are the embodiment of savoir faire, and they represent virtuous models, creating value and generating positive impacts for the natural ecosystem, the environment, the communities and the people who work there. These companies have chosen to merge innovation and sustainability, embracing the B Corp philosophy, engaging in various actions to sustainable viticulture, such as reducing the use of pesticides, protecting and enhancing one’s territory.
As B Lab Italia we celebrate and support these companies that stand out for their attention to regenerative practices, an aspect that represents the essence of Made in Italy”.
