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All Brands Rated
Every brand in our database, ranked by the Hummlan Sustainability Score (HSS) — a stern 5-pillar assessment grounded in EU Taxonomy and CSRD standards.
Patagonia
OutdoorOutdoor apparel, climbing gear, footwear, bags
Nudie Jeans
DenimOrganic denim, jeans, jackets
Meliora
Cleaning ProductsCleaning product concentrate bars (zero plastic packaging)
Dr. Bronner's
Multi-PurposeCastile soap (multi-purpose), body, hair, household
Ethique
HouseholdShampoo bars, conditioner bars, body wash bars
Attitude
HouseholdNatural deodorant, antiperspirant, body wash
Blueland
HouseholdReusable cleaning bottles + concentrated refill pouches
Dropps
HouseholdLaundry detergent pods, dishwasher pods, fabric softener
ECOS
HouseholdLaundry, dish, household cleaners, bathroom
Who Gives A Crap
BathroomThe poster child for sustainable toilet paper — 100% recycled bamboo/toilet paper in plastic-free wrapping. B Corp, 1% for the Planet, and donates 50% of profits to sanitation projects. The product genuinely works well (not the thin recycled paper of old). The cost is higher than conventional TP, and the bulk boxes require storage space. GOTS-certified bamboo would be stronger than "recycled" claims for some eco-conscious buyers.
Smol
Laundry & DishUK direct-to-consumer cleaning brand that does concentrated laundry capsules and dishwasher tablets in plastic-free cardboard packaging. Genuinely cheaper than big brands on a per-wash basis. Carbon neutral certified and transparent about ingredients (no phosphates, chlorine, microplastics). The "stern" part: some products still use synthetic ingredients (no COSMOS or Ecolabel yet), and the subscription model can be inconvenient for occasional users.
BeautyCounter
Beauty & SkincareSkincare, makeup, body care
Frontier Co-op
Herbs & SpicesOrganic spices, herbs, seasoning blends, vanilla
Traditional Medicinals
TeaOrganic teas, wellness tea, pregnancy tea, herbal supplements
Back Market
Refurbished ElectronicsBack Market is the leading refurbished electronics marketplace (phones, laptops, tablets). The climate impact case is undeniable — extending device lifespans is the single biggest consumer action for reducing e-waste. B Corp certified (2019) and transparent about their refurbisher vetting process. The "stern" side: not all refurbishers on the platform meet the same quality bar, warranty coverage varies by seller, and they take a commission that can make prices higher than direct-from-refurbisher.
UpCircle Beauty
Beauty & SkincareUK brand using repurposed ingredients from other industries (coffee grounds from cafes, fruit stones from juice factories). Vegan, cruelty-free, plastic-free/refillable packaging. B Corp certified. The downsides: relatively small product range, higher price point than mainstream, and some products have shorter shelf life due to the upcycled natural ingredients.
Abeego
Food StorageThe original beeswax food wrap — made from GOTS-certified organic cotton, beeswax, jojoba oil, and tree resin. Plastic-free, compostable, reusable for up to a year. B Corp certified, 1% for the Planet. The downsides: not vegan (uses beeswax), lifespan depends on proper care (don't use with raw meat or heat), and they're pricier than a roll of cling film. But they genuinely work and last.
People Tree
Fair Trade & ArtisanFair trade fashion, artisan-made clothing
Cleancult
HouseholdAll-purpose cleaners, kitchen, bathroom, laundry
Biokleen
HouseholdLaundry, dish, all-purpose cleaners
Culture Life
ProbioticsProbiotic supplements, sauerkraut, kimchi, kombucha
Maple Hill
Dairy (Grass-Fed)Organic milk, cheese, yogurt, butter
Generous Foods
Plant-Based ProteinPlant-based protein bars, snacks
Kind
SnacksSnack bars, granola, breakfast bars
Plantaform
Garden ProductsOrganic fertilizers, soil amendments, plant food
Georganics
Oral CareUK-based plastic-free oral care brand doing it right — glass jars, refillable tooth tabs, compostable silk floss. Genuinely zero-waste packaging (no greenwashing there). Vegan Society and Leaping Bunny certified. The downside: tooth tabs are more expensive per-brush than conventional toothpaste and some users report the texture takes getting used to. Strong local brand with Awin access.
Imperfect Foods
Online GroceryUS-based produce delivery service that rescues "ugly" fruits and vegetables that would otherwise go to waste. B Corp, saves millions of pounds of food annually. Carbon-neutral delivery. The downsides: limited geographic availability (US only), you don't get to choose exact items in your box (curated by what's surplus), and some customers report quality inconsistency.
Vaude
Outdoor & ActivewearGerman outdoor-gear brand (founded 1974) built on bluesign® system-partner production, Fair Wear leader status, science-based climate targets and PFC-free finishes.
Pact Organic
Sustainable BasicsOrganic cotton underwear, pajamas, basics
Triarchy
DenimSustainable denim, pants, jackets
Nutiva
Oils & ButtersOrganic coconut oil, hemp oil, chia seeds, protein powders
Tentree
Outdoor & ActivewearClothing, footwear, accessories
Groceries Apparel
Modern BasicsSustainable clothing, activewear, Dresses
Babo Botanicals
Hair & BodyHair care, body care, sunscreen (kids safe)
Thrive Market
Oils & ButtersAll organic/natural grocery categories
Allbirds
Sustainable FootwearAllbirds leads on carbon footprint transparency and natural materials (merino wool, TENCEL, sugarcane EVA). However, their "carbon neutral" claims rely heavily on offsets rather than absolute emission reductions, and the price point (£95-135 per shoe) puts them above many competitors. Strong B Corp credentials (82 score) and FSC-certified packaging are genuine positives. Known downside: the wool shoes have durability concerns reported by users, and the shift into synthetic materials (Tree Dasher) muddies their natural-fibre positioning.
Boody
Basics & UnderwearBoody makes bamboo viscose underwear and basics that are genuinely soft and well-priced (comparable to major high-street brands). They hold OEKO-TEX Standard 100 and FSC certifications for their bamboo sourcing. However, "bamboo" fabric is actually viscose/rayon processed with chemicals — they're transparent about this but the marketing can mislead casual shoppers. No B Corp certification yet. Excellent value-for-sustainability ratio.
Klean Kanteen
Reusable DrinkwareOG of stainless steel water bottles — made from 90% post-consumer recycled stainless steel, B Corp, Climate Neutral, 1% for the Planet. Wide mouth compatibility, lifetime warranty. The downsides: expensive ($30-45 per bottle), heavy compared to plastic, and the "avocado green" aesthetic is polarising. Also, the market is very saturated (Hydro Flask, S'well, etc. — but KK is the most sustainable).
Pela
Eco AccessoriesMaker of the world's first compostable phone case (made from flax straw and bioplastic). B Corp, Climate Neutral, 1% for the Planet. Also makes compostable AirPod cases, watch bands, and sunglasses. The "stern" truth: the cases are compostable only in industrial facilities, not home compost bins, and the bioplastic still requires specific conditions to break down. Cases are thicker than standard, and the material yellows over time.
Veja
Sustainable FootwearFrench sneaker brand using wild Amazonian rubber, organic cotton, and recycled plastic bottles. Genuinely transparent supply chain — they publish factory lists and pay fair wages. No marketing budget (relies on word of mouth/influencers). The "but": the shoes are expensive (£95-150), some styles have limited cushioning, and the wild rubber supply chain is harder to scale. Still, the most credible sustainable sneaker brand on the market.
Organyc
Feminine CareCertified organic cotton feminine care (pads, liners, tampons) — 100% organic cotton, chlorine-free, no fragrances/dyes. One of the more affordable organic period care brands. Cradle to Cradle Gold certified, plastic-free packaging. The downside: availability varies by country, and some users report the pads are bulkier than mainstream brands.
Fairphone
Benchmark ethical electronics: modular, user-repairable phones with 8–10 years of software support; fair-mined materials (fairtrade gold, cobalt, recycled metals); full supplier disclosure; B Corp (self-reported, widely reported).
Weleda
Natural WellnessSkincare, body care, baby care, food supplements
DAME
UK period-care innovator: reusable applicator, organic cotton tampons, period pants. B Corp (self-reported), plastic-free packaging.
Finisterre
Cornwall-based outdoor brand: B Corp (self-reported), recycled fabrics, organic cotton, merino, natural-rubber (Yulex) wetsuits, repair service, traceable mostly-European supply chain (widely reported).
Armedangels
Sustainable BasicsCologne fair-fashion brand — GOTS-certified organic cotton, Fairtrade, B Corp (widely reported) and a transparent supply chain.
dopper
Reusable DrinkwareDutch reusable-bottle brand — widely-reported B Corp with a take-back refurbishment scheme and clean-water projects.
KeepCup
Reusable DrinkwareThe original reusable-cup brand — circular-economy icon, widely-reported B Corp, replaces hundreds of single-use cups per user.
Mud Jeans
DenimGenuinely circular European denim brand — jeans you lease, repair and recycle, made from certified organic cotton.
Coyuchi
HouseholdCircular organic home-textiles brand — organic cotton and linen, a take-back "Second Life" resale program and Fair Trade factory commitments.
Houdini Sportswear
OutdoorSwedish circular-sportswear pioneer designing technical outdoor layers to be rented, repaired and recycled — built on mono-material fabrics and a "wear, rent, share, recycle" model.
Endangered Species Chocolate
Fair Trade ChocolateUS bean-to-bar chocolate brand committed to Fairtrade and certified-organic cocoa, with a 10%-of-profits-to-conservation model and a wildlife-protection mission.
FREITAG
AccessoriesBags made from recycled truck tarpaulins, seat belts, and bicycle inner tubes. Every product is unique (no two are identical). Swiss design, built to last a lifetime. Fully transparent about their material sourcing and manufacturing (in-house in Zurich). The elephant in the room: prices start at CHF 190 for a small bag, making them inaccessible to most shoppers. Still, an icon of circular design.
Fjällräven
AccessoriesOutdoor apparel, backpacks, accessories
Stasher
Food StoragePlatinum silicone reusable bags — the most popular alternative to single-use Ziploc bags. B Corp, plastic-free, PFAS-free, dishwasher/microwave/oven safe. Made in China (the silicone supply chain is hard to localise). The real downside is price: $13-25 per bag makes the upfront cost high compared to a box of Ziplocs. However, they last for years.
Ecover
Laundry & DishPioneering eco-cleaning brand (founded 1980) with plant-based formulas and the iconic blue plastic bottles made from 100% recycled ocean plastic. Cradle to Cradle certified. Owned by SC Johnson since 2018, which raises the usual corporate concerns. Their formulas are genuinely effective and widely available in supermarkets. Affordable and accessible — good for mass-market eco content.
Wild
UK refillable deodorant and body care: buy a recycled-aluminium case once, refill with plastic-free cardboard cartridges. B Corp (self-reported, widely reported), Leaping Bunny, vegan, cruelty-free.
Reformation
Women's ContemporaryWomen's dresses, tops, pants, accessories
Organic Basics
Modern BasicsSustainable underwear, socks, basics
Justine's
Nut ButtersOrganic nut butters, protein butters
Lucy & Yak
UK ethical fashion favourite: GOTS-certified organic cotton (site), recycled fabrics, Living Wage Foundation-accredited (widely reported), repair and resale programs.
TOTM
UK organic period care: GOTS-certified organic cotton (site), B Corp (self-reported), vegan, plastic-free packaging.
Alter Eco
Fair Trade ChocolateFarmer-owned, Fairtrade and B Corp chocolate-and-food brand with genuinely verified ethical sourcing and compostable, plastic-free packaging.
Etee
Cleaning ProductsPlastic-free, zero-waste Canadian brand with genuinely circular, home-compostable and refillable household and personal-care products.
Theo Chocolate
Fair Trade ChocolateUS bean-to-bar chocolate brand (Seattle) built on Fairtrade and organic certification, direct farm partnerships and plastic-reduced packaging — a genuinely strong ethical food story.
Leaf Shave
Men's GroomingUS/Canada zero-waste shaving brand making metal safety razors designed to last decades, with a genuine plastic-free, recyclable-metal circular model.
Ocean Bottle
Reusable DrinkwareUK reusable-bottle brand with a certified plastic-recovery funding model (each bottle funds the collection of ocean-bound plastic) and recycled-material builds.
By Humankind
DeodorantUS plastic-free personal-care brand making concentrated, waterless refills (deodorant, shampoo, body wash) in home-compostable/paper packaging.
Schmidt's
DeodorantNatural deodorant, body wash
Guayaki
TeaUS-born, B Corp-certified yerba maté brand built on regenerative agroforestry — Organic and Fair Trade-certified maté grown beneath the Atlantic Forest canopy, with a land-restoration mission.
Bulldog
Men's GroomingMen's deodorant, shave cream, body wash, skincare
Seventh Generation
Personal CareLaundry, dish, household cleaners, paper products
Goodbelly
Probiotic DrinksProbiotic drinkable yogurt, protein drinks
Jungle Culture
Multi-CategoryUK-based sustainable lifestyle brand offering bamboo razors, travel cutlery, straws, and zero-waste kitchen essentials.
Burt's Bees
Beauty & SkincareThe OG natural personal care brand — accessible, affordable, and widely available. Leaping Bunny certified, uses recycled packaging where possible, and sources beeswax responsibly. Owned by Clorox since 2007, which dilutes the "natural" positioning. Great price point for affordability-focused content.
Frank Green
Reusable DrinkwareAustralian brand making reusable coffee cups and water bottles with a patented one-touch lid mechanism. Ceramic-lined stainless steel, dishwasher safe. The design is genuinely functional and the cups have strong brand recognition. The downsides: expensive (£25-35 for a cup), the ceramic lining can chip over time, and the market is saturated. Good for "best reusable coffee cup" roundups.
Modibodi
Global leader in leakproof period underwear; B Corp (self-reported), OEKO-TEX-certified textiles, inclusive sizing, give-back program.
Native Deodorant
DeodorantPopular natural deodorant brand owned by P&G — which immediately raises greenwashing questions. The formulas are genuinely aluminium-free, paraben-free, and baking-soda-free (good for sensitive skin). Wide range of scents, subscription model. The P&G ownership (since 2017) means supply chain transparency is limited compared to independent brands. A useful "accessible natural" brand for comparison content.
Method
Cleaning ProductsThe "designer" eco-cleaning brand — beautiful bottles, genuinely effective plant-based formulas. Leaping Bunny certified, Cradle to Cradle formulations, on the EWG Verified list. Owned by SC Johnson (same issue as Ecover). The plastic bottles look good but some are single-use (not refillable). Widely available, affordable, and a gateway brand for people new to eco-cleaning.
Lush
Hair Care BarsEthics-led cosmetics brand famed for packaging-free "naked" products, cruelty-free advocacy and regenerating-sourcing programmes.
ECOALF
OutdoorSpanish pioneer of upcycled materials — ocean plastic and post-consumer waste turned into garments.
Girlfriend Collective
Eco ActivewearUS activewear brand built on recyclability and transparency — recycled bottles and fishing-net fibres, OEKO-TEX certified.
Amour Vert
Women's ContemporaryWomen's t-shirts, tops, dresses
Acure
Hair & BodyHair care, body wash, skincare
Celestial Seasonings
TeaHerbal tea, green tea, black tea, wellness blends
Naturepedic
HouseholdUS organic-mattress company (founded 2003) specialising in certified-organic, non-toxic mattresses for babies, kids and adults — GOTS-certified and EWG-verified, plastic-free.
Thought Clothing
Women's Tops & T-ShirtsMen's and women's sustainable clothing, socks, underwear
Lotus Foods
FoodUS family-founded, B Corp-certified rice company sourcing organic and regenerative heirloom rices through its More Crop Per Drop programme, which cuts water use and supports smallholder farmers.
Chosen Foods
Avocado ProductsAvocado oil, avocado oil sprays, mayo, salsa
Outerknown
Outdoor & Surf ApparelSurf-and-sportswear label built on recycled fibres and certified organic cotton with a genuinely responsible-sourcing story (Fair Labor- and bluesign-aligned).
Birch Living
HouseholdUS organic-mattress brand using GOTS-certified organic wool, cotton and latex with carbon-neutral delivery and a take-back recycling program.
Rapanui Clothing
Sustainable BasicsUK organic-cotton basics brand with fully transparent supply chains — factory, farm and price published openly — and a "Teemill" circular manufacturing model that turns used garments into new ones.
Numi Organic Tea
US organic tea brand with Fair Trade verified and Fair Labor certifications, plastic-free compostable wrappers, a published carbon-footprint programme, and a foundation funding clean-water projects.
Everlane
Modern BasicsMen's and women's basics, shoes, bags
Grove Collaborative
HouseholdAll household cleaning, personal care, paper products
Tru Earth
Plastic-free laundry strips in a cardboard tube; B Corp (self-reported), 1% for the Planet, cruelty-free, vegan, made in Canada.
Tony's Chocolonely
The most famous slave-free chocolate brand: 100% traceable cocoa, direct sourcing from Ghana/Ivory Coast co-ops, farmers paid above Fairtrade price (widely reported).
Stella McCartney
AccessoriesLuxury-fashion house pioneering material responsibility — no leather, fur or exotic skins, heavy use of recycled and bio-based materials.
Avocado Green Mattress
HouseholdOrganic mattress brand with genuinely certified materials (GOLS latex, GOTS wool/cotton, MADE SAFE) and a take-back recycling program.
Odylique
Beauty & SkincareUK organic skincare brand with Soil Association-certified organic cosmetics — genuinely certified, natural, cruelty-free, small-batch formulas in mostly glass packaging.
A Good Company
Oral CareSwedish B Corp making everyday green goods (bamboo items, recycled notebooks, phone accessories) with visible carbon data and plastic-free design.
MiiR
US drinkware brand making stainless-steel bottles, mugs and tumblers with giving built into every purchase, annual impact reporting and an increased use of recycled stainless steel.
Kuyichi
DenimDutch denim pioneer (est. 2001) building jeans from certified organic cotton and recycled denim through Fair Wear-foundation, transparent supply chains.
Music Magpie
UK's largest refurbished-media and electronics reseller — extending the life of phones, consoles and laptops.
Mrs. Meyer's
HouseholdHand soap, dish soap, multi-surface cleaners, laundry
Divine Chocolate
Farmer-owned chocolate: 44% owned by the Kuapa Kokoo cocoa farmers' cooperative; Fairtrade (site) and B Corp (self-reported, widely reported).
everdrop
German cleaning-tabs brand: concentrated tablets in plastic-free paper packaging, vegan, waterless. B Corp claimed on-site (self-reported, unverified).
Knowledge Cotton Apparel
Modern BasicsDanish everyday-apparel brand built on certified organic cotton, transparent supply chains and membership of the Sustainable Apparel Coalition — honest mid-tier basics with real standards depth.
Unbound Merino
Modern BasicsCanadian merino-wool basics brand designing versatile, long-lasting travel-friendly pieces from responsibly-sourced, non-mulesed merino.
Nisolo
Sustainable FootwearUS-born, Peru-anchored B Corp footwear brand making handcrafted leather shoes and boots through audited, living-wage factories with radically transparent pricing.
Polarn O. Pyret
Baby & ToddlerSwedish kids'-wear brand (est. 1976) designing durable, hand-me-down-ready clothing with a strong sustainability strategy, transparent factory list and recycled/organic material commitments.
Bellroy
AccessoriesAustralian B Corp-certified accessories brand (wallets, bags, totes) using LWG-rated leather and recycled materials, with a published factory map and durability-first design.
Cotopaxi
US outdoor-gear and apparel brand — a Public Benefit Corporation and certified B Corp — building durable packs, bags and layers designed to be repaired, traded in and kept for life.
Etiko
Australian B Corp-certified, Fairtrade-certified footwear and apparel brand making vegan sneakers and organic-cotton basics through fair-wage, transparent supply chains.
Kit & Kin
UK eco-nappy brand: plant-based materials, FSC-certified pulp, recycled packaging, B Corp (self-reported), profits fund planet-protection projects.
Fussy
Refillable deodorant with a recycled-aluminium case and plastic-free refills; FSC-certified packaging (site), made in the UK, cruelty-free and vegan.
Faith in Nature
Long-standing UK natural-beauty brand: vegan, Leaping Bunny cruelty-free (widely reported), 5-litre refill pouches, recycled packaging; B Corp claimed on-site (self-reported, unverified).
Boll & Branch
HouseholdEthical luxury-bedding brand built on certified organic cotton and Fair Trade supply chains with a transparent sourcing story.
OSEA
Beauty & SkincareClean, vegan, cruelty-free ocean-inspired skincare brand with a genuine non-toxic and sustainability story.
Curie
DeodorantUS clean deodorant brand with non-toxic, cruelty-free, skin-safe formulas in paper/glass packaging and a refill program.
The Cheeky Panda
UK B Corp-certified brand making bamboo toilet tissue, kitchen rolls and facial tissues — FSC-certified, Leaping Bunny cruelty-free and vegan — with climate action reporting and policy transparency.
Rishi Tea
US purveyor of direct-trade organic teas — over 95% of ingredients certified organic — sourcing from artisan tea and botanical farmers via long-term relationships, with origin transparency across the range.
Counter Culture Coffee
US specialty coffee roaster (est. 1995), a certified B Corp since 2020, publishing annual Transparency Reports since 2009 and buying direct-trade coffee with per-purchase price disclosure.
Taza Chocolate
US stone-ground chocolate maker using only certified USDA Organic cacao, running the chocolate industry's first third-party-certified Direct Trade sourcing programme with published per-origin prices.
Adidas
Sustainable FootwearGerman multinational corporation that designs and manufactures athletic footwear, apparel, and accessories.
RMS Beauty
Beauty & SkincarePioneer in "living" clean beauty — non-toxic, cruelty-free, minimal-ingredient formulas with recyclable glass packaging.
Nature's Path
Canadian family-owned organic cereal and snack brand (est. 1967), always-organic across five brands, with Fair Trade collections and an explicitly regenerative-organic farming programme.
IKEA
HouseholdSwedish multinational conglomerate that designs and sells ready-to-assemble furniture, kitchen appliances, and home accessories.
The Body Shop
A beauty pioneer with a real ethics heritage — first major brand to fight animal testing, Community Fair Trade sourcing, B Corp (widely reported) — now a mainstream retailer after 2024 administration and ownership churn.
Hydro Flask
Insulated steel bottles that genuinely replace thousands of single-use bottles; B Corp certification lapsed after the Helen of Troy acquisition (widely reported).
Cariuma
Sustainable sneakers: organic cotton canvas, natural rubber, sugarcane-based EVA, recycled materials, carbon-neutral shipping claims and a tree-planting program (site).
PANGAIA
FashionMaterials-science fashion brand with innovative bio-based and recycled materials, tempered by heavy self-reported marketing and a thin supply-chain record.
Dedicated Brand Co.
Sustainable BasicsEU streetwear brand with strong GOTS-certified organic cotton and fair manufacturing.
Colorful Standard
Sustainable BasicsPortuguese affordable-apparel brand making heavyweight organic-cotton basics (hoodies, sweats, tees) in a self-run EU factory — a strong price-to-quality-and-organic story with limited circularity.
Vivobarefoot
Sustainable FootwearUK barefoot-footwear brand made largely from natural and recycled materials, with repair, resale (ReVivo) and ocean-plastic lines — genuinely circular intent in a niche category.
Aday
Women's Tops & T-ShirtsUS womenswear brand designing "one thing that does five things" — versatile, travel-friendly, recycled-material workwear with a circular repair/resale arm.
Equal Exchange
US fair-trade food cooperative (est. 1986) selling organic and fairly traded coffee, chocolate, tea and bananas — sourced from small-farmer co-ops through a pioneering fair-trade model.
Eileen Fisher
US womenswear brand (est. 1984) building timeless, durable basics in organic linen, wool and other natural fibres, with a decades-old Renew take-back and resale programme.
Darn Tough Vermont
US sock brand knitting performance merino socks at its own Vermont mills, with an unconditional lifetime guarantee, a published 2024 sustainability report and a commitment to the Responsible Wool Standard.
Smartwool
US merino-wool apparel and socks brand (est. 1974) running the Second Cut circular programme — recycled yarn from its own cutoffs, resale and sock recycling — under a 2030 Sustainability Commitment.
Aesop
Beauty & SkincarePremium, design-led skincare brand — cruelty-free and plant-based, now owned by L’Oréal, with limited environmental disclosure and opaque supply chains.
ILIA
Beauty & SkincareWell-known clean-beauty brand with non-toxic, cruelty-free and largely vegan formulas and some recycled packaging.
Indie Lee
Beauty & SkincareUS clean-beauty skincare brand (founded by a health advocate) with non-toxic, cruelty-free, largely vegan formulas in recyclable glass and a sustainability focus.
Act + Acre
Hair & BodyUS clean-haircare brand with "stem cell" scalp-care, non-toxic, cruelty-free formulas, recycled packaging and a certified-B-Corp claim.
Kicking Horse Coffee
Canadian coffee roaster (est. 1996) sourcing only certified Organic and Fairtrade coffee beans, roasted in the Rocky Mountains and sold across North America.
Stonyfield Organic
US certified-organic yogurt brand (est. 1983) that is a Certified B Corp, runs a verified science-based climate target and 100% renewable electricity at its main plant, sourced from organic family farms.
Nike
Sustainable FootwearAmerican multinational corporation engaged in the design, development, manufacturing, and marketing of footwear, apparel, and equipment.
Rothy's
Sustainable FootwearUS footwear and bag brand knitting shoes from recycled plastic bottles, with a take-back recycling program and durable, machine-washable designs.
Osprey
US backpack and outdoor-gear brand (est. 1974) focused on durable, repairable packs, with an unconditional lifetime repair-or-replace guarantee and bluesign-style materials work.
On
Swiss running-shoe and apparel brand (est. 2010) known for its Cyclon subscription take-back model, per-product carbon-footprint reporting and a growing use of recycled materials.
Vinted
European second-hand marketplace (est. 2008) where tens of millions of members buy and sell pre-owned fashion and home goods, with published impact reports and a climate action plan.
Dell
US PC and enterprise-technology company (est. 1984) — laptops, desktops, servers and services.
Unilever
HouseholdBritish multinational consumer goods company with brands spanning food, home care, and personal care.
Nuud
Dutch natural deodorant: vegan, cruelty-free, biobased sugarcane tube, FSC packaging (site).
Oatly
Category-defining oat-milk brand that publishes per-product carbon numbers (widely reported).
prAna
OutdoorLong-standing outdoor-apparel brand (Columbia-owned) with a genuine organic-cotton and recycled-fibre heritage and broad responsible-sourcing commitments.
Earth Harbor
Beauty & SkincareUS vegan, "ocean-safe", clean-beauty skincare brand with small-batch formulas, recyclable glass, and a plastic-neutral/refill message.
Frank And Oak
Modern BasicsCanadian sustainable-fashion brand (part of Cielo) making seasonal, less-but-better basics with recycled and certified fabrics and a circular "Style That Lasts" ethos.
Liforme
Natural WellnessUK yoga-mat brand making durable, high-grip natural-rubber mats with alignment guidance; plastic-free packaging claims and a charitable giving model.
Obakki
Fair Trade & ArtisanCanadian ethical-lifestyle brand working directly with artisans in over 30 countries to create home goods, textiles and lifestyle goods on fair-terms partnerships, with a clean-water charitable foundation.
Dandelion Chocolate
US bean-to-bar craft chocolate maker (est. 2010) using just cocoa beans and sugar, sourcing single-origin cacao directly with producers and publishing an annual sourcing report with per-origin prices.
Colgate-Palmolive
Oral CareAmerican multinational consumer products company specializing in oral care, personal care, and home care.
L'Oréal
Hair & BodyFrench personal care company and the world's largest cosmetics company, specializing in hair care, skincare, and makeup.
NOMO
Vegan, free-from chocolate (no dairy, gluten, nuts) owned by Kinnerton (Ferrero group).
Chilly's
Instagram-famous insulated bottle brand; a steel bottle displaces hundreds of single-use cups and bottles.
Rituals
Beauty & SkincarePremium lifestyle body-care brand whose wellness positioning outpaces its verified sustainability substance.
Parachute
HouseholdUS premium home and bedding brand (cotton, linen, down and wool) known for quality and durability, with fair-trade and GOTS-organic options in key collections.
Apple
US consumer-technology giant (est. 1976) — iPhone, Mac, iPad, Watch and services — running the most scrutinised supplier-responsibility programme in consumer electronics.
Samsung
South-Korean electronics conglomerate (est. 1938) — Galaxy smartphones, TVs, home appliances and memory chips — the world's largest phone maker.
Sony
Japanese electronics and entertainment group (est. 1946) — PlayStation, TVs, cameras, plus music and film businesses.
HP
US computing and printing company (est. 1939) — PCs, printers, supplies and services.
Philips
Dutch health-technology company (est. 1891) — medical equipment, personal care and home appliances.
Bosch
German engineering and technology group (est. 1886) — home appliances, power tools and mobility technology.
Estée Lauder
Beauty & SkincareAmerican multinational manufacturer and marketer of prestige skincare, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products.
SheaMoisture
Hair & BodyUS hair- and skin-care brand (est. 1912, now part of Unilever) sourcing shea butter from women-led cooperatives in West Africa through its fair-trade Community Commerce model, and a certified B Corp.
Miyoko's Creamery
US plant-based dairy brand making vegan cheeses and butters from organic cashews and oats, including a Dairy Farm Transition Program that partners with animal farms to shift to regenerative plant production.
Johnson & Johnson
Beauty & SkincareAmerican multinational corporation founded in 1886 that develops medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and consumer packaged goods.
United by Blue
Modern BasicsUS outdoor-apparel brand with a 1-for-1 ocean-cleanup model — every product funds the removal of a pound of ocean trash — plus recycled-materials basics.
Axiology
US plastic-free beauty brand making multi-use balm-to-lip crayons, highlighters and eye crayons from plant-based, skin-nourishing ingredients with no plastic packaging.
Public Goods
US direct-to-consumer membership brand selling household essentials, personal care and cleaning products with a store-wide refill system and a clean-ingredient, fragrance-free positioning.
Microsoft
US software and cloud giant (est. 1975) — Windows, Azure, Office, Surface and Xbox.
US technology group (est. 1998) — Search, Android, Pixel and Nest hardware, and cloud infrastructure.
Lenovo
Chinese multinational (est. 1984) — the world's largest PC maker, plus smart devices and enterprise servers.
Nokia
Finnish telecom-infrastructure company (est. 1865) — 5G networks and operator equipment for the B2B market.
Panasonic
Japanese electronics conglomerate (est. 1918) — consumer electronics, home appliances and batteries.
Procter & Gamble
HouseholdAmerican multinational consumer goods corporation specializing in personal care, household cleaning, and hygiene products.
Salt & Stone
US natural body care: mineral (reef-safe) sunscreen, clean ingredient lists, vegan, cruelty-free.
Walmart
FoodAmerican multinational retail corporation that operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores.
Quiet Dose
Beauty & SkincareSwedish barrier-first skincare for sensitive and reactive skin. Single product: Barrier Repair Serum with 14 clinically supported active ingredients. Full ingredient transparency with exact concentrations. EU-registered (CPNP), dermatologically tested, fragrance-free.
Brooklinen
HouseholdUS premium bedding and home-linens brand known for quality, durable cotton sheets — an honesty-focused score reflecting genuine durability but thin published sustainability depth.
The Honest Company
Eco Nappies & WipesUS baby and personal-care brand (founded by Jessica Alba) known for "clean" plant-based formulas, EWG-verified ingredients and transparent ingredient policies.
Hello Bello
US baby-care brand making plant-powered diapers, wipes and personal care with organic botanicals, manufactured in its own Waco, Texas factory powered by 100% renewable energy with a zero-waste process.
H&M
Women's Tops & T-ShirtsSwedish multinational fast-fashion retailer known for clothing for men, women, teenagers, and children.
The North Face
Global outdoor-apparel and gear brand (part of VF Corporation) — a category giant whose sustainability profile sits mostly in company-disclosed programmes (recycled materials, Responsible Down), facing persistent scrutiny over chemical claims and supply-chain scale.
Zara
Women's Tops & T-ShirtsSpanish multi-national fast-fashion brand, part of the Inditex group, known for rapid production cycles.
PepsiCo
SnacksAmerican multinational food, snack, and beverage corporation with a diverse portfolio of consumer brands.
Nestlé
FoodSwiss multinational food and drink processing conglomerate corporation, the largest food company in the world.
Amazon
HouseholdAmerican multinational technology company focusing on e-commerce, cloud computing, online advertising, and digital streaming.
Shein
Women's ContemporaryUltra-fast fashion retailer known for extremely cheap clothing produced at immense volumes.
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