Understanding Greenwashing and Sustainable Consumerism

What is greenwashing?

• A government initiative to promote green products

• A consumer movement to boycott non-sustainable products

• A practice where companies make false eco-friendly claims

• A method to genuinely improve product sustainability

Why do companies engage in greenwashing?

• To increase production costs

• To attract consumers interested in eco-friendly products

• To meet legal requirements for sustainability

• To genuinely reduce their carbon footprint

Which of the following is NOT a form of greenwashing?

• Making vague eco-friendly claims

• Highlighting symbolic actions without real impact

• Providing clear third-party certifications

• Using suggestive imagery

What should consumers look for to verify a product's eco-friendliness?

• Discounted prices

• Bright green packaging

• Third-party certifications

• Celebrity endorsements

Which certification indicates a product is eco-friendly?

• FSC Certified

• FDA Approved

• ISO 9001

• CE Mark