The Better World Shopping Guide: 7th Edition
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EVERY DOLLAR IS A VOTE. MAKE YOURS COUNT.
Every dollar we spend has the potential to create social and environmental change. In fact, it already has. The world that exists today is in large part a result of our purchasing decisions.
Now in its seventh edition, The Better World Shopping Guide continues to be the gold standard for socially and environmentally responsible consumers. Pick-up the seventh edition of this perennial bestseller and find out which companies actually"walk the talk" when it comes to:
- Environmental sustainability and climate change
- Human rights
- Community involvement
- Animal protection
- Social justice
From cereal to computers, meat alternatives to outdoor gear, and pet care to toys, check the rating before you buy. Drawing on decades of research, this comprehensive resource rates hundreds of brands, products, and services from A to F so you can quickly tell the "good guys" from the "bad guys" - turning your shopping list into a powerful tool for positive change.
- 6000+ hours of research
- 2000+ companies evaluated
- 70+ product categories
- 50+ reliable sources
- 5 essential issues
- 1 report card
Small enough to fit in a back pocket or handbag, easy to use, and covering more brands than ever, The Better World Shopping Guide helps you reward companies who are doing good, penalize those involved in destructive activities, and change the world as you shop!
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Ellis Jones, PhD, is the award-winning author of six previous bestselling editions of The Better World Shopping Guide and co-author of The Better World Handbook. A scholar of social responsibility, global citizenship, and ethical consumerism, he gives presentations across North America, Europe, and Asia empowering people to make a difference. Ellis is currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Holy Cross College in Worcester, MA, where he focuses his energies on bridging the gap between academics, activists, and the average citizen. www.betterworldshopper.org
Content
Appreciation
7th Edition Notes The Website
The App
The Other Apps
Social Media
The Documentary
The Problem
The Solution
The Issues
The Sources
The Rankings
Frequently Asked Questions
What Do The Grades Mean?
Star Company Profile
The 20 Best List
The 20 Worst List
The Top 10 Climate Actions
The Top 10 Things To Change
The 10 Biggest Success Stories
The 10 Biggest Disappointments
The Top 10 Bailout List
The Top 10 Lobbyist List
Who Owns Who?
Independently Owned
The News
News-Center
News-Left
News-Right
What If I Can't Find A Company?
How To Use This Shopping Guide
1. Airlines
2. Appliances & Hardware
3. Baby Care
4. Baked Goods & Baking Supplies
5. Banks & Credit Cards
6. Beer
7. Big Tech
8. Body Care
9. Bread
10. Breakfast Food
11. Butter & Margarine
12. Candy, Gum, & Mints
13. Canned Goods
14. Cars
15. Cereal
16. Chips
17. Chocolate
18. Cleaning Products
19. Climate Change
20. Clothing
21. Coffee
22. Computers & Accessories
23. Condiments & Dressings
24. Cookies & Crackers
25. Cosmetics
26. Dairy Alternatives
27. Dairy Products
28. Dental Care
29. Eggs
30. Electronics
31. Energy
32. Energy Bars
33. Energy Drinks
34. Fast Food & Restaurants
35. Feminine Care
36. Frozen Dinners
37. Fruit & Vegetables
38. Gasoline
39. Hair Care
40. Hotels
41. Ice Cream & Frozen Desserts
42. Insurance Companies
43. Juice
44. Laundry Supplies
45. Meat Alternatives
46. Meat Products
47. Medical
48. Milk & Alternatives
49. Mobile Phones & Service
50. Office & School Supplies
51. Oil, Vinegar, Olives, & Pickles
52. Online
53. Outdoor Gear
54. Paper & Paper Products
55. Pasta & Sauce
56. Peanut Butter & Jelly
57. Pet Care
58. Popcorn, Nuts, Pretzels, & Mixes
59. Retail Stores
60. Rice & Other Grains
61. Salsa, Spreads, & Dips
62. Seafood
63. Shoes
64. Soap
65. Soda
66. Soups, Noodles, & Curries
67. Sugar, Spices, & Sweeteners
68. Supermarkets
69. Tea
70. Toys & Games
71. Travel
72. Vitamins
73. Water
74. Wine
Product Category Index
Data Sources
About the Author
