At our core, we believe that business should be about more than just making a profit—it should contribute positively to people, communities, and the environment. That’s why, in 2023, we became a certified B Corporation™, joining a global movement of businesses committed to using their influence for good.
March marks B Corp Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness and celebrating the impact of B Corp businesses. But what does working with a B Corp actually mean for you, and why should it matter?
What is a B Corp?
A certified B Corporation is a company that meets high standards of social and environmental performance, balancing profit with purpose. Achieving certification requires undergoing a thorough B Impact Assessment, which evaluates a business’s commitment in several key areas:
- Governance – ethical practices, accountability, and transparency
- Workers – fair pay, employee wellbeing, and workplace culture
- Community – local impact, responsible sourcing, and giving back
- Environment – sustainability, carbon reduction, and waste management
- Customers – ethical business practices and value-driven service
For us, becoming a B Corp wasn’t just about earning a certification—it was about taking meaningful action.
How our B Corp certification benefits you
As an events and temporary structures company, we recognise that our industry has historically been resource-heavy and single-use focused. But we’re doing things differently—and our B Corp certification holds us accountable to that mission.
By choosing to work with us, you’re partnering with a company that is:
Committed to sustainability
We are actively reducing our environmental footprint by:
- Banning single-use plastics and replacing them with sustainable materials
- Switching to LED lighting across our warehouses, offices, and structures, cutting 348kg of CO2 per year
- Introducing smart meters and energy reduction targets to track and minimise our energy use
By working with us, you benefit from eco-friendly solutions designed to reduce emissions and minimise waste without compromising on quality.
Helping you make greener choices
Sustainability doesn’t just stop with us—we help our customers make better environmental choices, too. When you work with us, we’ll guide you towards:
- More sustainable materials (e.g. recycled carpets, LED lighting, and modular structures)
- Lower-carbon options for event space solutions
- Flexible, adaptable structures that reduce long-term waste
Rather than just solving short-term needs, we’re helping our clients make decisions that lower their environmental impact in the long run.
Supporting people & communities
We believe sustainability goes beyond environmental impact—it’s also about people. That’s why we:
- Prioritise employee wellbeing, offering life insurance, income protection, and 24/7 access to mental health support
- Invest in training & coaching, giving employees access to financial education, sales coaching, and leadership development
- Give back to the community, partnering with organisations like Oakleaf, a mental health charity
When choosing a B Corp-certified company, you’re working with a business that truly values its employees, customers, and the wider community.
The Future: What’s next for Trafalgar Marquees?
Our B Corp journey is just getting started. We’re continuing to push for more significant, better changes, including:
- Reducing our energy usage in our yard by 30% in 2024
- Exploring the installation of solar panels on our warehouse roof
- Increasing our EV usage
- Tracking and reducing waste through recycling & refurbishment
We don’t just want to be better for the planet; we want to set a new standard for sustainability in our industry.
Why B Corp matters more than ever
Sustainability is no longer just a nice-to-have. Businesses that fail to adapt won’t just be left behind; they risk losing customer trust and long-term viability.
By choosing Trafalgar Marquees, you’re working with a company that is:
- Transparent, ethical, and committed to real impact
- Always pushing for better, more sustainable solutions
- Helping clients make greener choices without compromising on quality
As B Corp Month continues, we encourage more businesses to learn about B Corp certification and consider how they can do business differently.
Thank you for being part of our journey. By working with us, you’re supporting a business committed to measurable change.
If you’d like to learn more about how our B Corp status benefits you or if you’re looking for sustainable space solutions, we’d love to chat.
Get in touch with us today, and let’s create something great—responsibly.
