Sustainability
At iugu, we believe technology and purpose go hand in hand.
Our sustainability journey is guided by responsible practices, continuous innovation, and a commitment to a fairer and more balanced future.
We are proud to announce that iugu is now a Certified B Corporation, part of a global movement that unites profit with purpose. This international certification, granted by the nonprofit organization B Lab, recognizes companies that meet the highest standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability.
What this means:
- Strengthened trust: reinforces our credibility with clients, partners, and employees.
- Regulatory compliance: supports our adherence to Central Bank requirements, especially in governance and sustainability.
- Attraction of conscious investments: positions iugu on the radar of investors committed to ESG criteria.
- Pride of belonging: validates the positive impact generated by every person who builds iugu daily.
How B Corp Certification works
Certification is obtained through the B Impact Assessment (BIA), a free tool that evaluates companies across five key areas: Governance, Workers, Community, Environment, and Customers. To be certified, a company must achieve a minimum of 80 points out of a total of 200.
The process includes:
- Self-assessment and data collection;
- Evaluation by B Lab analysts;
- Audit and verification;
- Inclusion of the Triple Bottom Line text in the company’s bylaws.
Operational and Environmental Efficiency
Our commitment to sustainability goes beyond certification. We work strategically to reduce impacts and promote efficiency:
- Energy efficiency: 38% reduction in energy costs, despite an 8% increase in consumption. This was made possible through the use of renewable energy, in partnership with suppliers aligned with the REC Standard.
- Waste management: We collect approximately 1.4 tons of waste per semester, with 72% recycled or reused, reinforcing our role in the circular economy.
- Carbon management: We implemented the Carbon Accounting Report (Scopes 1 & 2), with total emissions of 3.66 kgCO₂, following the WRI Greenhouse Gas Protocol. We are committed to the Net-Zero emissions goal through the acquisition of carbon removal credits.
Sustainable Performance
We closed the 2024 fiscal year with significant results:
- Net revenue grew 41% compared to 2023.
- Total Processed Volume (TPV): R$81 billion — a 131% increase year-over-year.
- Transactions: Over 1.5 billion payments processed.
- Positive net income — a historic milestone for the company.
These results reflect our ability to grow responsibly, combining innovation, positive impact, and financial sustainability.
