Introduction of Your Business
Good Business Index Certification
Ready to Make Your Business Stand Out?
The Office of Sustainability invites all FME teams to apply for the Good Business Index (GBI) Certification—a unique opportunity to showcase your commitment to responsible business and sustainability.
Created by Babson College’s Institute for Social Innovation and the Office of Sustainability, the GBI guides you through four engaging sections:
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Culture and Values
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Environmental Impact
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Social Impact
The GBI isn’t just another checklist—it’s your chance to engage your venture with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and learn basic global reporting frameworks, while learning what it takes to create real economic and social value. Each section encourages you to think deeply about what it means to be a responsible, impact-driven entrepreneur.
The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Mission:
“A shared blueprint for peace and prosperity for people and the planet, now and into the future.”
Established in 2015, the 17 SDGs are:
| Goal 1 | No poverty |
|---|---|
| Goal 2 | Zero hunger |
| Goal 3 | Good health and well-being |
| Goal 4 | Quality education |
| Goal 5 | Gender equality |
| Goal 6 | Clean water and sanitation |
| Goal 7 | Affordable and clean energy |
| Goal 8 | Decent work and economic growth |
| Goal 9 | Industry, innovation, technology and infrastructure |
| Goal 10 | Reduced inequality |
| Goal 11 | Sustainable cities and communities |
| Goal 12 | Responsible consumption and production |
| Goal 13 | Climate action |
| Goal 14 | Life below water |
| Goal 15 | Life on land |
| Goal 16 | Peace, justice and strong institutions |
| Goal 17 | Partnerships for the goals |
Why Get Certified?
- Earn official GBI certification status to boost your business’s credibility and marketing power. Check out Capital One’s Eco-Conscious Consumer Statistics for 2025.
- Get invited to the Students of Sustainability Celebration in the spring and network with Babson alumni and friends who share your passion for making a difference.
Take the next step—apply for GBI Certification and show the world what your business stands for.
Resources to Help Complete Your Application
- What is Greenwashing? How to Spot it and Stop It
- Examples of Energy Intensive Businesses from the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s International Energy Outlook 2016: “Chapter 7, Industrial sector energy consumption (pdf)”
- Circular Economy Explained: How Rethinking Waste Can Redefine Growth and Sustainability