Want to make choices that are good for the environment (and your wallet) when you shop?
Learn how to question green advertising claims, shop for products that use less energy, and save gas without wasting your money.
Want to make choices that are good for the environment (and your wallet) when you shop?
Learn how to question green advertising claims, shop for products that use less energy, and save gas without wasting your money.
If environmental impact is a priority when you shop, you’ll want to check out these resources.
The EnergyGuide label can help you compare home appliances when you shop.
Learn how to know whether a product or package is recyclable or made of recycled materials.
Textiles labeled bamboo are rayon, and manufactured using a process that releases toxins into the air.
Conserving energy also is a great way to save money.
Newer light bulbs are designed to use less energy, and use lumens as a measure of brightness.
You might save on heating and cooling bills with replacement windows, but the amount depends on several factors.
These practical tips can help you save energy — and money — in your home.
When it’s time to fill the tank, nobody wants to pay more than they must.
Are you a business person looking for information on making “green” claims? Truth-in-advertising principles apply and companies must back up what they say with competent and reliable scientific evidence. The BCP Business Center has resources to make it easier to line up your ad claims with the law.
Does your business sell appliances or make energy savings claims? Consult the Business Center’s special resources on the Appliance Labeling Rule, Energy Guide labels, and other standards.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is the nation’s consumer protection agency. The FTC works to prevent fraudulent, deceptive and unfair business practices in the marketplace.