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Intrepid Travel Surpasses Magical 100 Score in 2nd B Corp Social & Environmental Performance Certification

Responsible travel specialist Intrepid Travel has achieved its all-time high B Corp score of 102.5 in its second recertification.

This renewed score, up from 91.2 in 2021, acknowledges the improvements the business has made in progressing global employment equity, diversifying its supply chain, doubling its community investment and educating and empowering customers.   

The B Corp certification is one of the most comprehensive and respected designations for purpose-led businesses.

It recognises organisations that meet the highest standards of social and environmental performance, transparency and accountability.

Only 20% of B Corps with over 1,000 employees have secured a score of over 100, putting Intrepid amongst leading B Corp businesses globally.

Businesses need a score of 80 to qualify for the B Corp certification, with an ordinary business averaging just under 60 points. This new score puts Intrepid amongst well-established B Corps like Ben & Jerry’s (96), Natura & Co (101) and Patagonia (166).  

Intrepid’s Chief People & Purpose Officer Meegan Marshall said: “As other companies are pulling back from their DEI and ESG commitments, Intrepid is doubling down on our efforts and deepening our commitment to inclusive growth, where purpose and profit go hand in hand. As the world continues to grapple with geopolitical instability, the climate crisis and deepening social inequalities, now is the time for businesses to reaffirm their commitments to a more inclusive and equitable and regenerative economy that benefits all stakeholders. When Intrepid certified as a B Corp in 2018, only 19 certified companies were in the tourism sector. Today, that number is almost 200. We hope to build on this momentum and continue to use business as a force for good.”

B Corps are required to recertify every three years, providing evidence and measuring their environmental and social impacts across the five areas of governance, workers, community, customers, and the environment.  

Geoff Percival
Geoff Percival
Geoff has worked in business, news, consumer and travel journalism for more than 25 years; having worked for and contributed to the likes of The Irish Examiner, Business & Finance, Business Plus, The Sunday Times, The Irish News, Senior Times, and The Sunday Tribune.
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