Leverage Lab

07/12/2023

We are thrilled to announce that Portable Electric, the visionary company behind the Volstack electric generators, has achieved B Corp Certification! It was an immense privilege to consult Portable Electric on their journey to becoming certified, and we couldn’t be more proud of their commitment to sustainability, ethics, and social responsibility!

Through their electric Volstack generators, they are revolutionizing the way we generate power by eliminating the need for fossil fuels. By supporting Portable Electric and choosing their generators, consumers can be confident that they are contributing to a sustainable future and endorsing a B Corp company that prioritizes people and the planet!

Let’s celebrate their B Corp certification and dedication to creating innovative, fossil-free solutions that propel us toward a cleaner, brighter future! Together, let’s continue making a positive impact, one Watt at a time!

Sara Blenkhorn

Big shoutout to Leverage Lab for helping us achieve our B Corp certification B Lab 🌍 🌱

This amazing milestone wouldn't have been possible without their expertise and support. The Leverage Lab's dedication went beyond consultation – they became our trusted partners, offering valuable insights and going above and beyond.

Thank you for helping us make a positive impact and pushing the boundaries of sustainable practices in our industry! 🤝

09/16/2022

Our sister project the Textile Lab for Circularity is thrilled to be offering a paid research position for a UBC grad student through University of British Columbia's Sustainability Scholars program.

Our scholar will be researching the GHG benefits of in BC.

Applications are open until midnight on Sept 18th. Please share with anyone who might be a good fit!

Apply here: https://sustain.ubc.ca/sites/default/files/Sustainability%20Scholars/2022_Sustainability_Scholars/Proposals/2022-078%20Research%20to%20understand%20the%20GHG%20emissions%20of%20textile%20recycling.pdf?fbclid=IwAR0ScrP2s1-QQH9wRp1Ds_Y9vCMCHksP4lVIu_HAWD9-3po0Z-Eyexj9JLk

09/15/2022

Thank you so much to Innovate BC for featuring us on their blog!

Across the globe, the effects of extreme weather events and rising GHG levels are requiring organizations to adopt more innovative and sustainable practices. Leverage Lab -- founded by sustainability strategist Sara Blankenhorn -- helps these organizations plan for the future by pushing the boundari...

09/08/2022

Have you been thinking about getting certified? Now is the time!

The world has woken up and is taking to the streets for social and environmental change. Consumers and employees alike are looking to spend their time and money supporting companies with a conscience. Adopting sustainability is a necessity to remain resilient into the uncertain future. We can help you walk the talk towards more sustainable and ethical business practices that stick.

Our mission is to help businesses get on the right side of history and take companies from good to great. We are now filling our Fall client roster, reach out to learn more!

09/06/2022

No matter where you are at in your sustainability journey, is for you! It acts as a structure for starting & continuously improving on your impact. Not to mention there's financial gain to be had! In the last year alone, ESG investing has soared to US$51 billion!

We can help you join the community today! Reach out to learn more.

Becoming a B Corp may not be right for every organisation, but for many it is proving a successful way to grow their business and attract top talent

08/09/2022

Congratulations to our long time client Lara Pearson and Brand Geek for being recognized as B Lab's 2022 Best for the World in Governance! This is the second year they have been honoured with this distinction.

"The Best For The World in the Governance impact area walk the walk every day through exemplary governance practices, scoring in the top 5% of all B Corps across the globe."

Congratulations Lara and Brand Geek! We are so honoured to work with such an amazing team dedicated to continuous improvement.

Though it's not a commonly discussed term, corporate governance impacts everyone. When companies incorporate their mission into the DNA of their company structure, they protect their long-term vision and fully commit to using business as a force for good. The Best For The World in the Governance imp...

02/12/2021

Our Founder Sara Blenkhorn was featured in this article on textile waste for The Tyee! Here is an excerpt:

"A major retail shift towards a circular economy won’t happen unless the industry starts sharing its sustainability research and resources, says Sara Blenkhorn, director of Leverage Lab, an organization that works with textile industry stakeholders to address industry challenges.

Businesses might be hesitant to adapt when their competition can continue to offer cheaper, less sustainable products. But socially conscious consumers and the rising pressures of climate change are increasingly changing how business is done, Blenkhorn says.

“Companies are making and saving money — you can crunch the numbers, it’s 51 to 81 per cent to the bottom line — by investing in a sustainability strategy over three to five years,” she says."

Recent viral TikToks revealed shocking amounts of waste generated by the clothing industry.

02/03/2021

Yesterday our Founder Sara Blenkhorn presented on the topic of Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance (ESG) for Foresight's workshop series. Watch the full workshop at the link below!

The ESG Workshop will be focused on understanding how to incorporate Environmental, Social and Governance sustainability practices into your company from the...

12/16/2020

Are you a BC based business looking to become a Benefit Company? Did you recently get B Corp certified or are you hoping to do so soon?

Becoming a Benefit Company is a new and mandatory part of getting B Corp certified in BC, but don't fret, we have done the research for you! We have compiled this handy blog post to help you get the process started.

Benefit Companies under the BCBCA are for-profit corporations that operate in a responsible and sustainable way, using their profits as a means to benefit their employees, communities and the environment. A Benefit Company balances the goals of profit generation and social impact.

11/11/2020

At Leverage Lab, we help companies navigate the B Corporation social and environmental certification process. Over several years working with impact businesses, we have developed a set of unique tools, spreadsheets, and templates to help you track your progress and ultimately get a better score year after year.

Why should your organization become a certified B Corp?

1. Win Over Conscious Consumers - more and more consumers are choosing to vote with their dollar, supporting companies whose values align with their own. By becoming B Corp Certified, your company’s positive impact is quantified and validated, establishing customer trust and loyalty.

2. Benchmarking and Operationalizing Cost Savings - By becoming a B Corp, you gain access to industry best practices and community data that can help you realize long term cost savings, without compromising your mission.

3.Attracting and Engaging Employees - Young professionals are more likely to work with you, and to stay long term if your business values align with their personal values. Committing to employee well-being is a game-changer for strengthening morale and company culture

Now is the time. The world has woken up in the last six months and is taking to the streets for social and environmental justice and systemic change. We are here to help you get on the right side of this revolution by taking your company from good to great.

Book your consultation today!

08/11/2020

Introducing the !

As many of you may know, over the past few years, I have been facilitating innovation labs on the subject of textile waste in Vancouver, through my BCorp, Leverage Lab. I am excited to announce that the Lab will now be operating as a partnership, between Leverage Lab and the non-profit , under the new name Textile Lab for Circularity.

The Textile Lab for Circularity (TLC) is a Social Innovation Lab with the long term goal of eliminating textile waste from landfill in the Greater Vancouver Area. The TLC will facilitate cross- and inter-sector collaboration for a circular textiles economy.⠀

The TLC is moving to , so please follow this account for updates.

01/17/2020

Hello! We are currently looking for a consultant to help us set up the foundational agreements for the next Leverage Lab - the Textile Lab for Circularity. Do you know anyone who would be interested and qualified? Please feel free to circulate to your networks.