Habito has been awarded a B Corporation certification, the first UK mortgage company to do so.

The certification is awarded to companies that can demonstrate a certain degree of transparency and accountability in their operations, from their supply chains to their carbon footprint.

The social impact of a company is also assessed and scored.

Habito says that it will soon be publishing reports that show its long-term commitments in these areas, as well as address plans to make UK homes more sustainable and improve financial literacy.

Currently, 3,000 companies across 150 industries share the award.

In further news, Habito has also confirmed a successful new fundraising round to the tune of £35m, including investment from the Treasury’s Future Fund.

It has now raised a total of £63m since its launch in 2016.

Habito founder and chief executive Daniel Hegarty says: “We’re proud to take our place in the global movement of companies using business as a force for good and especially proud to be the first UK mortgage company to become certified. For us, it’s not just about revolutionising home ownership in the UK, but also about getting our own house in order and looking after our Habito community.

“B Corp recognises our intent to have a measurable impact on the world. This is only the beginning; it’s our pledge to do better in the world and we’re looking forward to making this intent a reality.”