Clarksville, Tenn.—Florim USA has earned B Corp recertification under B Lab’s updated standards for environmental, social and governance performance.
The porcelain tile manufacturer first achieved B Corp certification in October 2025. Less than a year later, Florim USA pursued recertification under B Lab’s revised framework, which introduces stricter requirements for corporate responsibility and accountability.
B Lab introduced the updated standards in April 2025. The new framework, known as version 2.1, places greater emphasis on transparency, measurable performance and independent verification.
The changes also address evolving regulations surrounding corporate sustainability claims. The European Union’s Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition Directive aims to combat greenwashing by requiring companies to substantiate environmental claims.
Florim USA pursued recertification to align with the updated requirements and maintain consistency with its Italian sister company, Florim Ceramiche S.p.A. The Italian manufacturer has held B Corp certification since 2020 and is subject to the EU directive.
What B Corp certification means
B Lab, an independent nonprofit organization, administers B Corp certification. The designation evaluates a company’s overall social and environmental performance rather than individual products or materials.
The assessment covers five areas: governance, workers, community, environment and customers.
Companies must meet legal and transparency requirements, submit supporting documentation and complete an independent verification process.
Certified companies must also undergo recertification every three years to demonstrate continued compliance and improvement.
Florim USA’s sustainability efforts
Florim USA operates a porcelain tile manufacturing facility in Clarksville, Tenn. Established in 2000, the company maintains more than 1 million square feet of production space and manufactures more than 105 million square feet of tile annually.
In December 2022, Florim USA became a benefit corporation, updating its corporate charter to formalize its commitment to social and environmental responsibility.
The manufacturer also holds several environmental certifications and declarations, including Green Squared, Greenguard Gold, Environmental Product Declarations and Health Product Declarations.