tepeo, the British technology company behind the innovative Zero Emission Boiler (ZEB®), is proud to announce it has been awarded the coveted Best Buy Label by Ethical Consumer magazine. This certification marks tepeo as one of the UK’s most ethical companies, providing a “gold standard” recommendation for shoppers looking to decarbonize their homes without compromising their principles.
In an era where “greenwashing” is increasingly common, the Ethical Consumer Best Buy Label stands as the last word in ethical verification. Unlike standard certifications that may only look at a single product feature, this label involves a meticulous analysis of the company’s entire DNA—including its climate impact, tax conduct, and overall corporate ethos.
The Real Deal in a World of Greenwash
The Best Buy Label is unique because it examines the ethical record of the company behind the product, as well as the product itself. While many corporations might offer a “green” product while maintaining questionable business practices elsewhere, tepeo’s recognition confirms that their commitment to the planet runs through every level of the organization.
“We are thrilled to receive the Best Buy Label from Ethical Consumer,” said Johan du Plessis, CEO at tepeo. “From day one, our mission has been to make low-carbon heating accessible and genuine. This isn’t just about the technology of the ZEB; it’s about how we operate as a business. Being vetted against such rigorous criteria, from tax transparency to worker treatment, proves to our customers that when they choose tepeo, they are choosing a company that truly walks the talk.”
Why tepeo Stood Out
To earn the label, tepeo was evaluated using Ethical Consumer’s enhanced scoring system (launched in 2024), which rates companies out of 100 based on decades of research. Key highlights of the certification include:
- Climate Impact: Direct recognition of tepeo’s role in helping the UK transition away from fossil fuel heating.
- Company Ethos: A deep dive into the transparency and values that drive tepeo’s decision-making.
- Rigorous Research: tepeo’s score is backed by Ethical Consumer’s 35-year-old database, which integrates data from reputable sources like Oxfam, Friends of the Earth, and War on Want.
Making Ethical Shopping Simple
For homeowners, the Best Buy Label acts as a shortcut to trust. With almost 50 of the UK’s most ethical companies now signed up to the scheme, tepeo joins an elite group of businesses that prioritize people and the planet alongside profit.
By choosing the tepeo ZEB, consumers are not only investing in a high-performance, low-carbon heating solution but are also supporting a business officially recognized as one of the “best ethical choices” in the UK today.
About tepeo
tepeo is a UK-based clean tech company on a mission to decarbonize domestic heating. Their flagship product, the Zero Emission Boiler (ZEB®), is a direct replacement for fossil fuel boilers that uses ultra-high density thermal storage to charge at the cheapest and greenest times of day, providing low-cost, low-carbon heat for homes.
About Ethical Consumer
Ethical Consumer is an independent, not-for-profit multi-stakeholder co-operative based in Manchester. For over 35 years, they have provided primary research into the social and environmental records of companies, helping consumers use their economic power to push for a more just and sustainable world.