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©Copyright 2012 B Lab. All rights reservedAbout AlterECO
AlterECO™ creates unique and beautiful custom bamboo cabinets built to high standards of craftsmanship, utility and sustainability. Their personal design services enable them to tailor their simple yet sophisticated designs to your particular needs. Bamboo is their featured material due to its aesthetic appeal, its structural integrity and its environmental benefits, but their innovative palette includes a variety of ecologically responsible materials.
AlterECO became a B Corporation because it provides a pathway to the accomplishment and sustenance of our mission. Since the company's articles of incorporation must integrate the practices reflected in the survey, AlterECO is, in essence, legally bound to the pursuit of its mission. Secondly, being a B corp means being part of a growing community of beneficial businesses, opening the way to endless opportunities to learn from and share with others. The interactions of such a vibrant community will yield profound benefit to the greater business community and all who are in any way touched by our work.
The beauty and character of the bamboo, wood and natural composite materials they use are enhanced by premium quality finishes that help contribute to a healthier indoor environment. Truly pioneers in modern bamboo cabinetry, ecological design has likewise been at the heart and soul of their work from day one. AlterECO is committed to providing exceptional value and enduring style that will make your kitchen or bath investment one you can be proud of and enjoy for a lifetime.
The Change We Seek®
The mission of AlterECO is to be a leader in the constant efforts toward a just, sustainable world-through excellence in their daily work in a vibrant, socially-responsible enterprise that is dedicated to creating & promoting meaningful products, built to high standards of craftsmanship, utility & sustainability.
AlterECO
- Industry: Housewares, Home Furnishings & Accessories
- Product/Services: Custom cabinetry & furniture
- Location: Sausalito, CA
- http://BambooCabinets.com
Summary:
Certified: June 2008| Points Earned | % Points Available | |
|---|---|---|
| Accountability » | 12 | 80% |
| Employees » | 0 | 0% |
| Consumers » | 24.8 | 45% |
| Community » | 52.5 | 63% |
| Environment » | 13 | 65% |
| Composite B Score | 102.3 |
- >80 out of 200 is eligible for certification
- >60% points available = Area of excellence
Highlights:
From B Impact AssessmentEmployees: all employees paid living wage; >50% of individual health insurance premiums covered by company
Community: >60% of expenditures directed towards independent local suppliers; > 50% of customers are local
Enviroment: Certified Bay Area Green Business