Net zero standards: Singing from the same hymn sheet?

A single set of net zero construction standards aims to end the bewilderment caused by myriad sector benchmarks – and put a stop to greenwashing The post Net zero standards: Singing from the same hymn sheet? appeared first on Construction News.

What could drive unintentional greenwashing among civil engineering firms?

As efforts to tackle climate breakdown grow among civil engineering firms, so does the risk of unintentional greenwashing. The post What could drive unintentional greenwashing among civil engineering firms? appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

Greenwashing lawsuits could be headed for construction

Here’s how contractors can protect themselves from being accused of making erroneous environmental claims.

How can construction companies respond to greenwashing?

New regulations in the UK and abroad signal mounting scrutiny of the misleading practice of greenwashing. Alex Minett, head of global new markets at CHAS, looks at what these changes are and how businesses can respond. The post How can construction companies respond to greenwashing? appeared first on Planning, Building & Construction Today.

Greenwashing growing in frequency, complexity

“Social washing,” which is when companies make misleading claims of conduct on social issues, is also on the rise, according to a new report.

Belinda Carr - 5 ways ESG could destroy the construction industry 28042023

ESG stands for Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance. It is a rating system that measures the sustainability and ethical impact of a company. So, will the ESG rating system reduce our impact on the environment? Will it help us build better? Or is it just another greenwashing tactic that will curb progress and bankrupt the construction industry?

WSJ - Greenwashing: When Companies Aren’t as Sustainable as They Claim 21042023

Some companies like American Airlines and H&M have made promises to become more environmentally friendly to attract positive press and increase business. They’ve frequently used buzzwords like ‘sustainable’, ‘carbon neutral’ or ‘eco-conscious.’ But if they fall short of their goals, who holds them accountable? WSJ’s Shane Shifflett explains how greenwashing can mislead consumers into believing something is eco-friendly.

FT - Scrutiny of the carbon offset market is growing, 27062022

As the world tries to reduce emissions, the voluntary carbon offset market is growing in importance. But critics say some offset projects have far less impact than they claim, and allegations of greenwashing are growing against companies using low-quality offsets. Moves are being made to help buyers identify high projects, but it won’t be easy.

RICS - MODUS - Credit check, the problem with carbon offsetting, 23032022

Carbon credits were meant to mitigate pollution but many schemes have few environmental benefits and disincentivise people from reducing their footprints. Can new regulations tackle greenwashing?