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Globe article on Overcoming Challenges to Greening Business

Source: The Globe and Mail, November 16, 2011

TerraChoice President, Scott McDougall, explains why companies should be open and honest about their “green” strengths and weaknesses to win over consumers.

Sustainability in Bioprocessing: Not Just an Afterthought

Source: BioProcess International, November, 2011

Companies must look holistically at all environmental aspects to minimize risks says Vice President of TerraChoice Libby Bernick in a special Q&A as part of this report on sustainability in bioprocessing.

Greenwashing Infographic

Source: Business Insider, November 10, 2011

Data pulled from the 2010 Sins of Greenwashing study by TerraChoice was assembled into a clever infographic depicting the common ways greenwashing occurs and how consumers can avoid being misled by looking for credible eco-labels. This infographic appeared on Business Insider (online).

Five-Step Guide to Marketing a Business As Green

Source: Entrepreneur, October 31, 2011

The 2010 Sins of Greenwashing study by TerraChoice is referenced in this article about tips on green marketing for businesses.

An Article Discusses the “Thin Green Line” of Corporate Giving

Source: Toronto Star, October 25, 2011

TerraChoice weighs in on the “thin green line” between corporate altruism and greenwashing, pointing out that actions are the better way of gaining credibility for corporate social responsibility initiatives.

FTC cracks down on green certification firms

Source: Plastics News, September 21, 2011

This online article references TerraChoice’s 2010 Sins of Greenwashing study and its finding that the number of greener products is on the rise.

Seven Sins Of Greenwashing

Source: BizCommunity.com, August 16, 2011

TerraChoice and the Seven Sins of Greenwashing are discussed in an article about the prevalence of greenwashing.

Eco-Friendly Claims Create Confusion

Source: Idaho Statesman, August 15, 2011

TerraChoice and the Seven Sins of Greenwashing are mentioned and outlined in this article about the confusion of eco-friendly claims.

Pail Of Paint A Handy Metaphor

Source: BCLocalNews.com, August 15, 2011

In an article about more people doing things “greenly”, TerraChoice and the 2010 greenwashing study were mentioned.

‘Greenwashing’ A Reality In SA

Source: News24, August 12, 2011

An article about the reality of greenwashing in South Africa discusses TerraChoice’s 2009 study and the Seven Sins of Greenwashing.

The Red Flags Of Greenwashing

Source: Reuters, August 12, 2011

TerraChoice and the Sins of Greenwashing Study are briefly mentioned in an article about the “red flags” of greenwashing.

Top Ranking Sustainable Design Honored At NYIGF

Source: The Independent, August 9, 2011

Members of TerraChoice were included in the team of judges who awarded seven participating exhibitors the “SustainAbility 3″ status at the New York International Gift Fair (NYIGF).