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What is Greenwashing? (From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia)

 

Greenwash (a portmanteau of green and whitewash) is a term used to describe the perception of consumers that they are being misled by a company regarding the environmental practices of the company or the environmental benefits of a product or service.[1] It is a deceptive use of green PR or green marketing.

 

Coachella Valley Green (CVG) believes it is also important to shine a light on companies, products and services that misuse the term GREEN in their promotion. CVG will try and assist you with making the most informed decision possible prior to purchasing a product or service. CVG can do this by directing you to some websites that are dedicated to exposing companies and products that use Greenwashing to promote their products.


 

Please check out the following web-sites regarding Greenwashing:

 

www.stopgreenwash.org

 

www.greenwashingindex.com