the business case

Giving back isn't a cost; it's your growth engine

Giving 1% of gross sales is a big commitment. It's also a smart one. Our members turn environmental action into sustainable business growth.

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Business Benefits

Why joining 1% for the Planet makes business sense

Immediate access to a network of values-driven collaborators and clients

The 1% for the Planet Member community is solutions-oriented, values collective action, and
loves to collaborate.

Increase your brand's affinity from awareness to checkout

80% of consumers consider environmental solutions in purchasing decisions.

Forbes, 2022

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Improve brand loyalty by giving back and paying it forward

86% of members reported better brand perception.

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Where environmental solutions and business strategies become one

Explore the latest insights on sustainability and business innovation.

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1% for the Planet is proud to be ranked a top environmental certification—a testament to the trust that businesses and consumers place in our robust and transparent standards.

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1% for the Planet ranked 2nd among third-party environmental certifications
per 2025 Harris Poll competitive benchmarking data

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Over 20 years of impact.

1% for the Planet was created by Yvon Chouinard and Craig Mathews as a way for businesses to hold themselves accountable for their environmental impact. Since then, we’ve expanded across the globe and helped thousands of businesses give back.