Why the Public Is Cynical About ‘Green’ Products

Public relations professionals face no greater adversary than cynicism. Public disappointment, apathy or even anger are tough, but cynicism is a killer–it’s the main reason brands that falsely claim to be “eco-friendly” may never regain the public’s trust.

Various products have made “green”, “environmentally sustainable” claims for decades, but in recent years the trend materialized into a billion dollar movement—one that captivated consumers and their dollars, and then lost that good will faster than BP can say “Gulf of Mexico.”

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