Eliza Carter

Brands Only 45% of self-identified environmentalists selected the correct definition of “carbon-neutral” in a new survey As the world runs out of time to prevent the worst effects of climate change, brands have come under pressure to reduce the pollution generated by their operations. Some, including major names like Mondelēz International Inc. and Mars Inc., have designated their products as “carbon-neutral” to signal a sense of environmental responsibility.

Consumers want quick trips and low costs More than 7 in 10 U.S. adults (73%) said price is a major factor when deciding which ride-hailing brand to use, making it by far the biggest factor of the options provided in the survey and nearly twice the share of Americans who said the same about a brand’s labor practices. The company’s reputation was less of a consideration, but not irrelevant, with 60% of respondents saying it is a major factor when choosing which app to use.

Brands According to new Morning Consult data, consumers strongly prefer pro-choice company efforts The U.S. Supreme Court’s June 24 ruling overturning Roe v. Wade, which eliminated the constitutional right to abortion, has now rippled throughout the business worlds, presenting huge challenges for companies navigating their own position on the topic.