Certification made simple, credible, and achievable.
GreenMicro® is a proportionate ESG certification for small businesses, giving independent recognition of their sustainability actions through a simple, evidence-based review.
Firm are guided through five clear steps to becoming certified – no jargon, no consultants, no unnecessary complexity.
Step 1
ESG Questionaire
Starting point of your certification journey.
✔︎ Short, practical questions tailored for small firms.
✔︎ Covers core ESG (environment, social value, governance).
✔︎ Designed to be proportionate: no complex audits or endless forms.
Outcome: You’ll understand where you stand today and what’s needed to progress.
Step 2
GreenMicro® Pledge
Turn your good intentions into a formal commitment.
✔︎ A simple, public pledge that shows you’re serious about responsible business.
✔︎ Adds credibility with buyers, funders, and local authorities
Outcome: You’ll have a visible promise of your sustainability values.
Step 3
Attestation & Upload Key Evidence
Proportionate, not overwhelming.
✔︎ Attestation, signed by all certified firms.
✔︎ Provide only the essential documents needed to prove your actions.
✔︎ Aligned with recognised standards (GHG Protocol, BSI Flex 3030, SDGs).
✔︎ Practical guidance and templates included to make this easy.
Outcome: A verified record of your sustainability practices.
Step 4
Independent Review
Your application checked and validated.
✔︎ External, impartial review to ensure fairness and credibility.
✔︎ We’ll highlight strengths and, if needed, suggest improvements.
Outcome: Confidence that your certification is robust and trusted.
Step 5
Certification Awarded
Celebrate and share your success.
✔︎ Receive your GreenMicro® certificate and digital badge.
✔︎ Be listed in the GreenMicro® Directory – searchable by buyers and councils.
✔︎ Promote your certification to customers, partners, and funders.
Outcome: Proof that you’re part of a growing movement of credible small businesses
Ready to prove your impact?
GreenMicro® makes ESG certification practical, proportionate, and affordable for small firms like yours.
