shop with impact
the inaam verified impact list.
Businesses you can actually buy from, reviewed against the same standards we use on the fund. Melbourne first, with a few national and global names that earned their spot.
This is not investment advice. One business here, Birkenstock, is also held in the inaam fund, and its card says so.
what the list is, and what it is not.
The inaam Verified Impact List is an independent review, done from outside each business, against the same yardstick we use for the companies in our fund. A business has to pass at least four of six criteria to get on, and nobody pays to be listed.
It is not a certification, and the badge is not a guarantee. It says we looked, against our criteria, and liked what we found. Every card also carries its asterisk: the trade-off we would want you to know before you spend.
Two disclosures. Birkenstock is also held in the inaam fund, and After is an inaam partner with a member offer. Both cards say so.
- sustainable fashion9
- recycling & circular economy7
- renewable energy & climate tech2
- health & wellbeing3
- sustainable consumption & agriculture9
the map
where to find them
19 are shops, studios or depots in Melbourne, pinned by suburb. The other 11 sell online or nationally, so they sit beside the map. Pick an area to narrow the map and the list together.
Pins sit on the suburb, not the street address. Check the business’s own site before you head over.
every business
the list
Each card says what the business does, where it is, and its asterisk. The chips above the map narrow this list too.
Clothing the Gap
Collingwood, Melbourne
Aboriginal-owned fashion label making streetwear that centres First Nations culture. Each piece tells a story designed by Aboriginal artists, with profits going back to community.
the asterisksmall operation, limited scale of impact beyond cultural fashion
visit the sitesustainable fashion
Mutual Muse
Brunswick, Melbourne
Consignment store specialising in preloved designer and contemporary fashion. Extends the life cycle of quality garments and keeps them out of landfill.
the asteriskniche pricing may limit accessibility for average consumers
visit the sitesustainable fashion
The Conscious Closet
Northcote, Melbourne
Curated sustainable fashion store offering ethical, organic and fair trade clothing brands. Focused on slow fashion and transparent supply chains.
the asterisksmall operation, limited third-party certification on all brands stocked
visit the sitesustainable fashion
SWOP Clothing Exchange
Collingwood, Melbourne
Clothing swap events and a secondhand store promoting circular fashion. Trade your old clothes in for store credit and refresh the wardrobe without new production.
the asteriskrelies on donated stock, quality and sizing varies significantly
visit the sitesustainable fashion
Goodbyes Consignment
South Yarra, Melbourne
Designer consignment store giving luxury fashion a second life. Buy and sell authenticated preloved designer pieces, reducing waste in the fashion industry.
the asteriskluxury price points, accessibility limited to higher income brackets
visit the sitesustainable fashion
Vinnies
Fitzroy, Melbourne
St Vincent de Paul Society op shops offering affordable secondhand clothing and goods. All profits fund community welfare programs supporting people experiencing disadvantage.
the asteriskrelies on donated stock, quality varies; the parent organisation is faith-based
visit the sitesustainable fashion
Patagonia
Global
Outdoor clothing and gear company that transferred ownership to an environmental trust. Known for the Worn Wear repair program, fair trade certification and environmental activism.
the asteriskstill uses some virgin synthetic materials; premium pricing limits accessibility
visit the sitesustainable fashion
Birkenstock
held in the inaam fundGlobal
Cork footwear brand with over 250 years of heritage. Uses natural cork, latex and jute in durable sandals designed to be repaired and resoled rather than replaced.
the asteriskpremium pricing limits accessibility; owned by private equity (L Catterton)
visit the sitesustainable fashion
Reground
Collingwood, Melbourne
Collects spent coffee grounds from cafes and diverts them from landfill into compost, gardens and body care products. A social enterprise creating employment pathways.
the asterisksmall operation, limited scale of impact beyond Melbourne metro
visit the siterecycling & circular economy
Returnr
Cremorne, Melbourne
Reusable packaging systems for cafes and restaurants. Replaces single-use containers with durable, returnable alternatives that get washed and recirculated.
the asteriskrequires partner venue participation, return rates not publicly reported
visit the siterecycling & circular economy
CERES Fair Wood
Brunswick East, Melbourne
Salvages and mills fallen urban trees that would otherwise go to landfill, turning them into sustainable timber for furniture makers and builders.
the asterisksmall scale operation, supply dependent on council tree removals
visit the siterecycling & circular economy
Green Collect
Braybrook, Melbourne
Social enterprise collecting and recycling e-waste, office furniture and hard-to-recycle materials. Creates employment for people facing barriers to work.
the asteriskprimarily B2B focused, limited consumer-facing services
visit the siterecycling & circular economy
KeepCup
Melbourne
Pioneer of the reusable coffee cup. B Corp certified, designing barista-standard cups that replace billions of single-use cups each year.
the asteriskmanufacturing now mostly overseas; impact depends on the cup actually being reused
visit the siterecycling & circular economy
Frank Green
Melbourne
Melbourne-designed reusable bottles, cups and food containers. SmartCup technology tracks your waste reduction. Built around cutting single-use plastic.
the asteriskpremium pricing limits accessibility; a rapid product cycle raises its own questions about consumption
visit the siterecycling & circular economy
Yarra Energy Foundation
Collingwood, Melbourne
Community energy programs helping households and businesses cut energy costs and emissions. Runs solar bulk-buys, energy audits and EV charging advice.
the asterisklimited to the City of Yarra region; relies on grant funding cycles
visit the siterenewable energy & climate tech
GreenFleet Australia
Port Melbourne
Not-for-profit planting native biodiverse forests to offset carbon emissions. People and businesses can offset a footprint by funding tree planting across Australia and New Zealand.
the asteriskcarbon offsets are contested; tree planting alone does not address systemic emissions
visit the siterenewable energy & climate tech
Nimbus Co
Fitzroy, Melbourne
Temperature therapy studios built around infrared sauna and cold plunge, with a Melbourne studio in Fitzroy. Puts recovery and mental wellbeing alongside physical health.
the asteriskpremium pricing, limited evidence base for some wellness modalities
visit the sitehealth & wellbeing
Good Vibes Yoga
Northcote, Melbourne
Community yoga studio running accessible classes across several styles, with community pricing and donation-based sessions so yoga is not only for people who can afford a boutique studio.
the asterisksmall operation, impact limited to the local community
visit the sitehealth & wellbeing
Universal Practice
Fitzroy, Melbourne
Physiotherapy practice with clinical Pilates and strength-based yoga classes, in Fitzroy and on Malvern Road. Treatment and movement under one roof, with a focus on preventive care.
the asteriskcertification pending on some modalities, self-reported impact metrics
visit the sitehealth & wellbeing
CERES Market & Cafe
Brunswick East, Melbourne
Community environment park with an organic grocery market, a cafe and permaculture gardens. Runs education programs on sustainability, food systems and regenerative agriculture.
the asteriskpremium organic pricing; limited accessibility for low-income communities
visit the sitesustainable consumption & agriculture
Good Cycles
Docklands, Melbourne
Social enterprise bike mechanics and cycling programs. Repairs bikes, runs cycling skills workshops and provides employment pathways for people experiencing disadvantage.
the asterisksmall operation, impact primarily local; cycling focus rather than food or agriculture
visit the sitesustainable consumption & agriculture
Sister of Soul
St Kilda, Melbourne
Plant-based restaurant serving vegan meals in a small, warm room. Sources local and organic ingredients where it can, which cuts the footprint of eating out.
the asterisksingle location, limited scale; self-reported sourcing standards
visit the sitesustainable consumption & agriculture
Collingwood Children’s Farm
Abbotsford, Melbourne
Community farm and farmers market connecting city kids and families with food production. The markets support local producers, and the farm runs education programs on sustainable agriculture.
the asterisknot-for-profit, relies on volunteer labour and grants for operational continuity
visit the sitesustainable consumption & agriculture
Who Gives a Crap
Melbourne
B Corp certified toilet paper, tissues and paper towels made from recycled material or bamboo. Donates 50% of profits to build toilets and improve sanitation in the developing world.
the asteriskproducts shipped from China, carbon footprint of international shipping
visit the sitesustainable consumption & agriculture
Thankyou
Melbourne
Social enterprise selling personal care and baby products. 100% of profits go to ending extreme poverty globally. Stocked in major supermarkets across Australia.
the asterisklimited transparency on full supply chain metrics
visit the sitesustainable consumption & agriculture
Koala
Sydney
B Corp certified mattress and furniture brand, and a member of 1% for the Planet. Partners with WWF-Australia and says it has given more than $4.9 million to koala and wildlife conservation.
the asteriskgrowth-stage company, profitability questions remain
visit the sitesustainable consumption & agriculture
Koh
Melbourne
Cleaning products built around a single universal cleaner that replaces a cupboard of harsh chemical ones. Non-toxic, biodegradable formulas in recyclable packaging.
the asterisklimited third-party certification; cleaning efficacy claims self-reported
visit the sitesustainable consumption & agriculture
Flora & Fauna
Melbourne
Ethical online marketplace stocking cruelty-free, vegan and eco-friendly products across beauty, health, home and baby. Every product is vetted against ethical criteria.
the asteriskthe marketplace model means supplier standards vary across 300+ brands
visit the sitesustainable consumption & agriculture
After
inaam partnerAustralia-wide
Textile recycling with doorstep pickups and business collections across Australia. Unwanted clothing and fabric is diverted from landfill and given a second life, down to recycled yarn.
the asteriskits diversion figure, over 190,000 kg, is its own count; it is also an inaam partner, so weigh this listing with that in mind
visit the siterecycling & circular economy
HoMie
Melbourne
Melbourne streetwear brand providing clothing, life skills and employment pathways for young people experiencing homelessness. Every purchase funds the programs directly.
the asteriskstreetwear focus means a limited product range; impact is local to Melbourne
visit the sitesustainable fashionNothing listed in that area yet. Try another filter.
our criteria
how a business gets listed
Every business is scored across six dimensions, and it has to pass at least four to be listed. The sixth one is the part most directories leave out.
financial robustness
Is the business financially viable? Can it keep operating without relying entirely on grants or goodwill?
environmental impact
Does the business actively reduce waste, carbon or resource use? Are there outcomes anyone can measure?
community benefit
Does the business create local jobs, support marginalised communities, or put profits back into social outcomes?
certifications and verification
Does the business hold third-party certifications, such as B Corp, Fair Trade, GOTS or ACO, or submit to independent audits?
the asterisk*
What are the limitations? Every business has trade-offs. We write them down so the choice is yours to make with your eyes open.
business model alignment
Is impact core to the business, or a side project? We list the ones where sustainability is built into how they make money.
the rest of it
keep going
Where to read more, and where the same thinking gets applied to money you invest rather than money you spend.
how to shop sustainablyThe long version of this list.+
open how to shop sustainably
how it worksThe three checks behind the fund, and this list.+
open how it works
investment areasThe five themes members rank.+
open investment areas
the asterisk project*Deep dives into the big companies.+
open the asterisk project*
impact partnersThink your business belongs here?+
open impact partners
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