Can Patagonia's 'responsible economy' campaign catch a wave?

Can the iconoclastic company that advertised "Don't buy this jacket" convince consumers and other companies to change the economy for good? Read More

Understanding consumers’ four zones of responsibility

Consumers think about sustainable companies and their products through multiple lenses. Do you? Read More

Millennials may not be as green as you think

This myth-busting analysis of millennial attitudes and behaviors may shock you. Smart marketers should take heed.   Read More

The alphabet soup of fear and consumer turn-off

EMFs, GMOs, VOCs – and whatever happened to radon? Years of membership in the Fear of the Month Club have trained consumers to worry for a while, then lose interest. Read More

The super-rich love their super-expensive hybrids

Wealthy buyers snap up the latest batch of super-expensive, ultra-exclusive hybrids from the likes of Ferrari, Porsche, BMW and Land Rover. Read More

Why aren't more people using energy-smart home technology?

Smart grid advancements have tended to benefit utilities more than consumers, and market-based obstacles remain in the way. Read More

The brief, tragic reign of consumerism — and a happy alternative

It's not about shopping. It's about buying into a new reality. Read More

Seller beware: Buycott app reveals ideologies behind brands

A new app shows consumers whether a company’s philanthropic allegiances match their own. Read More

Should supply or demand drive sustainable products?

It's a chicken-and-egg dilemma. Consumers say there aren't enough green products, but companies don't see enough demand to produce more. Read More

Finding your place in the sustainable-business landscape

Brendan May, author of "How to Make Your Company a Recognized Sustainability Champion," details what you need to know about the broader business-sustainability environment to help lift your company to the top. Read More