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Environmental Deception

/ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntəl dɪˈsɛpʃən/noun
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Environmental deception refers to the deliberate misleading of the public about the environmental impact of products, practices, or policies, often to gain a competitive edge or avoid scrutiny. This tactic, commonly seen in corporate greenwashing, erodes trust in genuine sustainability efforts and can exacerbate environmental harm by prioritizing image over action.

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