UK-based Organic herbal wellbeing company Pukka Herbs has just announced the launch of its latest Sustainability Report, which it says demonstrates how the business is staying sustainable as it scales up .
Pukka Herbs was co-founded in 2001 by ethical entrepreneur Tim Westwell and practising herbalist, Sebastian Pole. The company’s mission was built on a desire to create a business that lives regeneratively, benefitting the health of people, plants and the planet through herbs.
The herbal wellbeing company has since gone on to become one of the fastest growing organic businesses in the world, selling its 100% certified organic herbal teas, supplements and lattes in over 40 countries.
Pukka was acquired by Unilever in September 2017, during which time Westwell andPole confirmed the herbal wellbeing company was committed to staying organic, a certified B Corp and donating 1% of sales annually to environmental charities.
Pukka says that its latest Sustainability Report shows how the company has scaled up, while staying sustainable; from investing in regenerative organic agriculture practices to working with leading universities on innovative research into natural and preventive health.
Far from removing its 1% for the Planet commitment under new ownership, Pukka recorded a donation of over £540,000 to environmental causes in 2018, contributing to a total of over £1.5 million since 2016.
As an early adopter of renewable energy, in 2018 Pukka joined the fight against climate change and became the first UK company of its size to have its climate target – to become zero carbon by 2030 – validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Pukka’s carbon reduction commitment across its operations was one of many steps forward recognised by BCorp in 2018. As a certified BCorp, Pukka is rigorously assessed on how it delivers its mission in the most ethical and sustainable ways possible. In 2018, Pukka’s score increased by 10 points to 104 out of 200; above the average business score of 50.9.
“The dedication and commitment of Pukka people inspires me every day. In the same way the thousands of people taking to the street calling for climate action do”
In 2018, Pukka also welcomed a new CEO, Karel Vandamme: “The dedication and commitment of Pukka people inspires me every day. In the same way the thousands of people taking to the street calling for climate action do. These acts remind us that we all have a responsibility and a choice to make a positive impact.
When faced with both challenges and opportunities, our purpose keeps us grounded and focused and we’ll continue to consciously make choices that contribute to a more sustainable and healthier world. On behalf of everyone at Pukka, I am proud to share our Sustainability Report.”
Pukka’s 2018 Sustainability Report can be viewed online at www.pukkaherbs.com