ABOUT 1% FOR THE PLANET
When businesses say they give back, we make sure they do
1% for the Planet members commit to donating at least 1% of annual sales directly to environmental organizations. We certify every donation to ensure businesses meet that commitment.
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Our purpose
To inspire commitment and action so that our planet and future generations thrive.
Our mission
To accelerate smart environmental giving and prevent greenwashing.
Our impact
We’ve certified over $
708
million in environmental giving to date.
Why 1% for the Planet?
1% for the Planet was founded on the idea that a company has a responsibility to give back for use of our planet’s resources. More than 20 years later, we’re still helping businesses make good on their commitments.
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Commit to donating at least 1% of annual sales to environmental organizations
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Over 20 years of impact.
1% for the Planet was created by Yvon Chouinard and Craig Mathews as a way for businesses to hold themselves accountable for their environmental impact. Since then, we’ve expanded across the globe and helped thousands of businesses give back.