People and Planet First is a verification and a global collective that’s accelerating the transition to an economy that puts people and the planet first.
There are millions of enterprises around the world that are choosing to prioritise people and the planet over profit maximisation. The scale of this movement can be hard to see because it emerged bottom-up and different terminology is used in different networks, regions, and sectors.
People and Planet First brings together these networks to increase the visibility of the broader movement. It was developed as an affordable verification that recognises all enterprises that meet five standards:
- Purpose: Exists to solve a social and/or environmental problem.
- Operations: Prioritises purpose, people and planet over profit in operational decisions.
- Revenue: Has a self-sustaining revenue model.
- Use of Surplus: Reinvests the majority of any surplus towards its purpose.
- Structure: Chooses legal structures and financing that protect and lock-in purpose long-term.
These enterprises are unlocking social and environmental solutions that are not possible within grant-dependent non-profit structures or within profit-maximising business structures. They are co-creating an economy that puts people and planet first.
In addition to increasing the visibility of the movement, participating networks, verified enterprises, and a growing number of supporters are purchasing from verified enterprises and working together to open new opportunities, expand market access, and advocate for policy changes that benefit people and the planet.
How to get verified?
Social Enterprise Scotland has partnered with People + Planet First to help social enterprises in Scotland become verified. It’s free for organisations in Scotland to get verified. Head over to Good Market and create a profile to begin the verification process.
Why should we become verified?
You can use this global social enterprise verification to prove your credentials, join a global movement of like-minded social enterprise organisations and access benefits such as fast-tracked pro-bono legal services from TrustLaw and free seller profiles on the global SAP Business Network purchasing software.
Benefits of becoming People and Planet First Verified:
- Be part of a global movement: Build meaningful connections with other members and collaborate
- Strengthen your message: Be recognised as a globally verified social enterprise that puts people and planet first
- Get more business: Connect with buyers that purchase with purpose and access new market opportunities through social procurement
- Save on products and services: Access free and discounted services and software from supporter partners like TrustLaw and GrantStation
- Get the spotlight: Get more visibility on global platforms, such as the SAP Business Network