What does it mean to be Eco conscious?

Being environmentally conscious means that not only are you mindful of the effect that you and your actions have on the environment, but that you actively go the extra mile to make sure that your impact is minimized.

Background information

Eco-consciousness is a state of mind where you have an innate understanding of your role as a human being on Earth and your responsibility to protect it for the future generations.

This means being fully aware of your effects on the environment and everything connected to it, big or small. It’s about knowing the importance of preserving and saving nature at its core.

Current Impacts

What does this mean for businesses?

As a company, being environmentally conscious means you do everything within your power to make the most eco-friendly product or service you can because you are conscious that this environment is delicate. While it is resilient and forgiving, it can be harmed most readily by corporate or shareholder interests which might not align with the needs of the environment. It means making sure that you are investing in the right technologies and methods to reduce your negative externalities.

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What does it mean to be ‘Environmentally Conscious’ ? – The Corporate Law Journal

Being environmentally conscious requires going beyond just an understanding of how to live sustainably, but also the ability to recognise when unsustainable practises are hidden behind an eco-friendly mask. This common practise is known as ‘greenwashing’ and involves duping consumers into believing that a company is more sustainable than it actually is.

https://www.thecorporatelawjournal.com/environmentally-conscious/what-does-it-mean-to-be-environmentally-conscious-

Being Eco-Conscious: Your Ecological Mindset and Its Impact on the Environment – Tamborasi

There’s a lot of debate on the true meaning of being eco-conscious in everyday life. Some people say it’s being as « green » and « eco-friendly » as possible. This includes swapping plastic bags to organic/cotton shopping bags, using bamboo cutlery instead of stainless steel, and replacing take-away cups with reusable coffee cups likethese KeepCups.

https://www.tamborasi.com/being-eco-conscious/