For 35 years, Bio-D has been at the forefront of the green cleaning category. Creating sustainable cleaning products since 1989, we have consistently promised to provide powerful cleaning products that don’t cost the earth.
As we celebrate this milestone, we’re reflecting on the incredible impact Bio-D has made in promoting a greener, cleaner world.
Where it all began
Bio-D was founded with a clear vision – to create effective cleaning products without compromising the planet. From the start, our founder, Michael Barwell, recognised the need for eco-alternatives to traditional products that often contained harmful chemicals. This vision has guided Bio-D’s every step, inspiring us to develop innovative and sustainable cleaning solutions.
One of our core values is the use of natural, sustainable ingredients. Our dedicated team carefully select plant based and naturally derived ingredients that are both biodegradable and renewable. With 100% traceability, we can ensure our green cleaning products have minimal impact on the environment.
This means that by choosing Bio-D, our customers have peace of mind that they are using products that are not only effective, but safe for their families and the world we live in.
Post-consumer plastic packaging
Did you know Bio-D was the first UK consumer cleaning product brand to use post-consumer plastic in its packaging? All of our consumer size bottles and five litre refill sizes are now created from 100% post-consumer plastic. We’ve recently introduced new bottle caps created from 30% recycled content too.
Our 20 litre ‘no brainer container’ initiative also enables our customers to return their empty 20 litre packaging for us to clean, refill and reuse. The initiative has seen us return over 10,000 containers. That’s an amazing 10 tonnes of plastic diverted from landfill or incineration, and the equivalent height of 11 Eiffel Towers!
Our manufacturing processes
Our commitment to sustainability extends beyond our product formulations and packaging. We prioritise ethical manufacturing processes, ensuring that all elements of production are as eco friendly as possible. All products manufactured at Bio-D are created using solar energy. We minimise water and energy usage to reduce waste. We go the extra mile to lower our environmental footprint. Our dedication to sustainable manufacturing sets an example in the industry and inspires others to follow suit.
This was just one of the reasons we secured a King’s Award for Enterprise for Sustainable Development in May 2024. The most prestigious business awards in the UK, it demonstrates our outstanding success in our field.
Certifications and accreditations
Our commitment to quality and sustainability is further exemplified by numerous certifications and accreditations. We are proud to be certified by B Corp, Allergy UK, Cruelty Free International and The Vegan Society, amongst others. In fact, we’re the longest registered holder of The Vegan Trademark!
These certifications and accreditations validate our commitment to creating green cleaning products that are safe, ethical and environmentally responsible.
How have we celebrated?
We organised an afternoon of celebrations at Bio-D. Alongside handmade pizzas from the Beverley Pizza Company and Wonderous Whippy ice creams, we launched our first ever team awards. The ‘Bio-D Soap Awards’ rewarded our hard-working team, award categories included outstanding contribution, team player and values champion.
Thank you to all of our customers for the support you’ve given us, and cheers to the next 35 years!
Bio-D’s team of Soap Award winners
The Bio-D Soap Awards trophies, created on eco acrylic by Awards FC
