2023 B Corp Report

We expanded our executive team and Board of Directors with leaders who align with and will champion our values as a mission-driven B Corp. We welcomed and appointed new colleagues from diverse backgrounds with deep expertise in sustainability, technology, environmental markets, legal, finance, risk, and engineering. This expanded leadership team demonstrates diverse perspectives and approaches, reflecting our commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace.

Recognizing the importance of face-to-face interaction and shared experiences, we opened and expanded offices in New York, NY, the Netherlands, and Norway. Additionally, we launched a flexible hybrid work policy, allowing global teams to seamlessly collaborate in person or remotely. In June, we hosted an offsite for our European employees, “Better Together,” bringing together team members from 9 countries, 15 languages, and 10 departments for a multi-day event that fostered collaboration, and aligned the team on our continuous growth goals and a stronger sense of community.

In 2023, we made significant strides towards achieving gender equity in the workplace. This comprehensive approach was driven not only by our commitment to inclusivity but also by the dedication of our leadership team. Our leaders remained true to our company values by investing time in working with coaches to expand their awareness of gender equity issues. This commitment cascaded down throughout the organization, fostering a strong foundation for our initiatives. We launched a variety of workshops and self-paced resources designed to equip all employees with the knowledge and tools needed to foster a more inclusive environment, particularly for women. The workshop series included thought-provoking sessions such as:

• “Women in the Workplace: The Latest Research,” which delved into current trends and challenges.
• “More Than Men and Women: Beyond the Binary” explored gender identity beyond the traditional binary.
• “Allyship to Women” provided practical strategies for supporting women in the workplace.
• Additionally, workshops tackled crucial topics like “Working Parents and Work/Life Balance” and “Pay Fairness, Equity + Transparency,” addressing challenges faced by working parents and promoting equal compensation practices.

We are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment for everyone. We actively strive to increase diversity across our workforce, and continue to make positive progress.

• Talent pool: The racial diversity of our talent pool has grown significantly, rising from 12% in 2021 to 53% in 2023.
• Staff representation: We’re committed to continued progress, with 31% of our current staff identifying as Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color (BIPOC).

Our employee managed Business Resource Groups (BRGs) played a vital role in fostering social awareness and inclusivity within our global workforce. They spearheaded a series of engaging “Lunch & Learn” sessions focused on employee development in this area.

• These sessions featured award-winning musician Jake Blount, a specialist in the early folk music of Black Americans, who provided unique insights into cultural heritage. We also welcomed Dr. Dorceta Taylor, a renowned environmental sociologist, who explored the intersection of environmental justice and racism in the environmental movement.
• In addition to these guest speakers, the BRGs continued to offer guided meditation sessions. These sessions ensured all employees have access to mindfulness practices, which can promote well-being and contribute to a more positive work environment.

In 2023 we expanded our focus on employee development by making significant strides in creating a culture of continuous learning and growth, ensuring everyone has the tools and resources they need to thrive.

We revamped our learning and development programs to offer a wider range of content that’s directly relevant to each employee’s role and goals. This means our team members have access to more targeted learning opportunities, allowing them to hone their existing skills and develop new ones that will propel them forward in their careers.

We evolved our onboarding process to create a more welcoming and inclusive experience for new hires. Our enhanced onboarding modules not only provide essential information but also foster a sense of belonging from day one. This streamlined approach gets new team members up to speed quickly and effectively, allowing them to make meaningful contributions within their first 90 days.

We leveraged the strengths of our Business Resource Groups (BRGs) and other internal communities to create a diverse range of learning opportunities across the company. These programs not only equip employees with valuable new skills, but also encourage collaboration and break down silos, fostering a more inclusive and connected work environment.

We remain committed to ensuring that all employees have an equal opportunity to grow and develop their careers. We’ve made accessibility and inclusivity a core tenet of our learning and development programs, so employees from all backgrounds and abilities can participate and reach their full potential.

An Arizona-based organization working to empower Native American families to achieve energy independence by growing renewable energy capacity and affordable access to off-grid power.

A nonprofit organization building career pathways for economic equity and climate resilience via green training, employment, and residential energy efficiency grounded in equity.

Building a Brighter Solar Future. This climate justice nonprofit equips nonprofits in underserved communities nationwide with solar energy solutions. It raises awareness about equitable climate solutions and cultivates the next generation of clean energy leaders. Its local focus allows communities to accelerate clean energy adoption.

• We improved our greenhouse gas accounting methodology, focusing more on impact rather than the time spent accounting to right-size our efforts. Our corporate sustainability team and various departments worked together to account for all impact and improve methodologies.
• We purchased water restoration credits to account for all water usage in 3Degrees’ physical offices and remote workspaces.
• In 2023, we implemented an internal carbon tax valued at $100 per employee, and used the funds to purchase carbon credits from projects that avoid or remove greenhouse gas emissions from the atmosphere.

• We continued our employee education and engagement efforts via environment-focused Lunch & Learn sessions that featured Tahoma Peak Solutions and REvolv – and hosted an employee-led discussion on Solar, Heat Pumps & EVs with supplemental IRA information.
• We partnered with the National Forest Foundation and continued a program that invites employees to opt to plant trees in place of receiving company gifts. To date, 3Degrees employees are responsible for planting over 4,500 trees.

Our B Corp Business Resource Group serves as a powerful voice promoting social and environmental responsibility. The BRG hosts comprehensive content on our intranet and advocates for policies that support the B Corp movement’s goals, raising awareness within our company and beyond.

We leveraged platforms like LinkedIn, X, and Instagram to share our B Corp story, highlight the social and environmental impact of our work, and celebrate the achievements of other B Corps.

Throughout the year, including B Corp Month in March, we organize special events and utilize communication channels to showcase other B Corp products and services. We host webinars, share resources, and run educational and engaging contests.

Our team members actively participate in workshops and retreats that advance the B Corp movement’s goals. Through collaboration and knowledge-sharing, we contribute to the collective progress of this impactful community.