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B Corp status for Bird Eyewear

The company has been recognised for its commitment to sustainability

Bird Eyewear has become the third eyewear brand in the world and first in the UK to achieve B Corp status in recognition of its commitment to sustainable and ethical business.

To become a certified B Corp status a company must balance purpose and profit while proritising the environment and society in the way it does business.

Ed Bird, founder of Bird Eyewear, said: ‘We’re delighted to have achieved B Corp status and will continue to build on this firm foundation as we grow. It’s great to be part of a global movement of companies using business as a force for good.’

Bird Eyewear uses materials such as FSC certified wood, bio-based acetate and repurposed aerospace aluminium and has a charitable partnership with SolarAid.

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