AVES is committed to becoming the first B Corp certified birding company operating in Colombia. Our journey toward certification reflects our dedication to meeting the rigorous standards set by B Lab for social and environmental responsibility in sustainable birding tourism.
B Corp certification requires meeting the highest verified standards across five key impact areas. Learn more about B Corp Standards
Carbon neutrality, habitat protection, and sustainable practices.
Indigenous partnerships and local economic development.
Transparent decision-making and stakeholder accountability.
Measuring positive impact on all stakeholders.
A systematic three-phase approach to achieving B Corp certification and becoming Colombia's first certified sustainable birding company.
Comprehensive baseline assessment and framework establishment
Enhanced policies and practices to meet B Corp standards
Final assessment and official B Corp certification
We're already implementing B Corp principles in our operations and tour experiences.
All tours operate with full carbon neutrality, with offsets reinvested in habitat preservation.
Fair employment and revenue sharing with indigenous communities and traditional knowledge holders.
10% of net profits fund our Conservation Endowment Trust for permanent habitat protection.
Annual impact reports detailing environmental, social, and economic contributions.
Advisory board with indigenous representatives and conservation scientists guiding decisions.
Profit-sharing programs and comprehensive benefits for all team members and guides.