Making Meaningful ESG Claims in the Age of Greenwashing

This white paper explores the importance of end-to-end supply-system transparency and ingredient-level impact data, and how businesses can effectively leverage this information to demonstrate their commitment to sustainability and win over the loyalty of eco-conscious consumers.

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As concerns regarding climate change and sustainability become increasingly influential in consumer decision-making, many are turning to organic products and other environmentally-friendly or health-conscious options. However, with the rise of greenwashing and misleading green claims, consumers are becoming more skeptical about the authenticity of on-pack declarations, even government-regulated ones like USDA Organic.

  • Consumer skepticism and the organic appeal
  • Case Study: Using Data-Backed Sustainability Claims
  • Key strategies for mitigating reputational and regulatory risk
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About the Author

Leah Wolfe

Leah Wolfe enables a wide range of stakeholders to better understand their roles in building a better food system.

As Head of Regenerative Education & Content for HowGood, she helps provide deeper insights into the intersection of regenerative agriculture, actionable data, and consumer trends.

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WHITE PAPER

Making Meaningful ESG Claims in the Age of Greenwashing

As concerns regarding climate change and sustainability become increasingly influential in consumer decision-making, many are turning to organic products and other environmentally-friendly or health-conscious options

However, with the rise of greenwashing and misleading green claims, consumers are becoming more skeptical about the authenticity of on-pack declarations, even government-regulated ones like USDA Organic.

This white paper covers:

  • Consumer skepticism and the organic appeal
  • Case Study: Using Data-Backed Sustainability Claims
  • Key strategies for mitigating reputational and regulatory risk

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FOOD INDUSTRY IMPACT

Greenhouse Gas Emissions​

Brands are facing mounting pressure to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions and resulting carbon footprints. Agricultural and food production is responsible for more than a third of global emissions, so choosing better ingredients is critical for meeting ESG commitments and slowing climate change - but how can companies get started?

Find the answers to the most common questions when it comes to improving the carbon impact of food products.​