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Volume 7 Issue 4
July-August 2025
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True cost of Greenwashing
Author(s) | Ms. Harichandana A D |
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Country | India |
Abstract | This independent investigation began when I noticed companies making bold "eco-friendly" claims while their environmental records told a different story. Determined to understand the real consequences of greenwashing, I spent [X months/weeks] tracking: 32 major corporate scandals (2015-2023) Stock market reactions using free financial tools Media coverage patterns across industries Regulatory outcomes (fines, lawsuits) Key Tools Used: • Google Scholar & SEC filings • Yahoo Finance historical data • News archives (Factiva free trials) • Spreadsheets to compare cases What Makes This Different: Most greenwashing studies come from universities or Wall Street analysts. This is a ground-level view using publicly available information anyone can access - proving you don't need special privileges to uncover corporate truth. Limitations & Learning Moments: Had to teach myself financial terms like "CAR" (cumulative abnormal returns) Some corporate reports required multiple reads to spot greenwashing Biggest surprise: How little agriculture gets punished compared to manufacturing Why It Matters: When markets ignore fake sustainability in some sectors, it gives companies permission to keep polluting. This research helps everyday people: Recognize greenwashing tricks Pressure companies that avoid consequences Support truly sustainable businesses Future Questions: • How does greenwashing affect consumer trust long-term? • Could social media activism close the accountability gap? • What simple reforms would make punishments fairer? |
Keywords | finance |
Field | Sociology > Economics |
Published In | Volume 7, Issue 4, July-August 2025 |
Published On | 2025-08-03 |
DOI | https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i04.52853 |
Short DOI | https://doi.org/g9vzmq |
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