• Are you a responsible and sustainable consumer?

    This questionnaire helps assess your purchasing habits, sustainability commitment, and awareness of greenwashing when buying footwear or textile products. It evaluates whether you're an environmentally conscious consumer or one who unknowingly has a negative impact. You'll receive insights and recommendations to improve your sustainable practices and knowledge. By completing this, you'll help the VETtingreen project team understand consumer profiles, from those practicing sustainable measures to those seeking awareness without changing habits. This will guide us in promoting more effective strategies for responsible consumption and environmental education. Let's start...

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  • This is your result 1/4:

    How can you improve your consuming habits and score?

    1. Buy only what is necessary, drawing up a shopping list to avoid impulse purchases.

    2. Avoid items with excessive packaging (especially plastics) and prioritize returnable or recyclable packaging (such as paper or carton).

    3. Buy products which parts that can be replaced or easily repaired.

    4. Buy second-hand, when possible, thrift stores and online marketplaces offer high-quality, second-hand items.

    5. Consume ecological products, which are beneficial for your health and the environment. Check if they have official labels and not just the work "eco".

    6. Prioritize zero-kilometer and locally made products.Local production often means and a stronger connection to the community.

    7. Optimize your consumption habits. Wash clothes with cold water, air dry instead of using a dryer, and avoid excessive washing to extend the lifespan of your garments while reducing your carbon footprint.

    8. Sustainability goes beyond the environment; it includes fair wages, ethical labor, and economic impact. Recognize its multiple dimensions.

    9. Once you’ve identified the product you want to buy, compare several brands or sellers offering it. Look at the differences in quality, features, and prices

    10. Recognize that ads focus on luxury and status to drive quick decisions. Understanding these tactics helps you make informed choices and avoid unnecessary purchases.

    11. Begin by familiarizing yourself with basic consumer rights, such as the right to safety, information, choice, and redress

    12. Begin by checking if the products you buy are made from recycled materials. It's a simple first step to start supporting companies with more sustainable practices.

    13. Buy healthy and durable products to prevent long-term costs.

     

    Visit our website to learn more about the project: https://vettinggreen.eu/ 

  • This is your result 2/4:

     

    How can you improve your consuming habits and score?

    1. Be aware of your purchasing power, recognize what you really need, and take responsibility for your consumption choices.

    2. Prioritize products with paper, cardboard, or recyclable packaging  Some brands offer returnable packaging that you can reuse or send back to them for recycling.

    3. Explore circular fashion, buying second-hand or swapping clothes with friends

    4. Be inform about the resale platforms can reduce environmental impact while saving money.

    5. When buying eco- products, pay attention to vague terms like eco-friendly, sustainable, or green that don’t have proof. If a product makes sustainability claims, ask yourself: Where is the evidence?

    6. Prioritize local products to reduce transport-related pollution and support the local economy. Check where are they assemble and produced.

    7. Check the impact that chemicals have in the enviroment. Try to avoid using them, and search for natual alternatives.

    8. Visit environmental organizations' websites, scientific reports, and sustainability initiatives to learn about ethical fashion and responsible brands.

    9. When buying a product, dive into customer reviews and ratings. Check detailed customer feedback, especially those who mention long-term usage.

    10. Recognize that marketing often encourages comparison and consumption based on what you own, but the true value lies in how we treat others and our own sense of well-being, not what we have.

    11. Know that as a consumer, you have the right to seek compensation or a replacement if you purchase faulty or unsafe products. Check about your consumtion rights

    12. Look for local or national companies that regularly use recycled materials in their production processes. 

    13. Invest in durability, opt for high-quality, long-lasting products instead of cheap, disposable ones.

     

    Visit our website to learn more about the project: https://vettinggreen.eu/ 

  • This is your result 3/4:

     

    How can you improve your consuming habits and score?

    1. Consider how durable, useful, and sustainable the product will be over time. Will it last and serve your needs, or will it quickly end up in a landfill? This will help you prioritize quality over quantity.

    2. Look for brands that have committed to reducing single-use plastics, using biodegradable materials, or offering zero-waste options. Some brands even offer discounts for customers who return packaging for reuse.

    3. Support circular economy, purchase products that are easy to repair or recycle.

    4. Understand the environmental impact of buying second-hand, since purchasing second-hand items, you’re reducing demand for new production, which lowers CO2 emissions, waste, and resource extraction. Do a research about this.

    5. Beware of greenwashing as many brands use terms like eco-friendly without real proof. Always check for transparency in materials, manufacturing processes, and official certifications.

    6. Support local and zero-kilometer products to reduce carbon footprints. Choose small, sustainable businesses in your area.

    7. Avoid products with harmful chemicals; choose natural alternatives. Check labels and opt for low-carbon, sustainably sourced options with lower emissions.

    8. Support brands with ethical labor practices. Research their production methods using resources like Good On You, Fashion Revolution, or B Corp certifications.

    9. Research products, compare quality and prices, and assess durability. Avoid first impressions and marketing. Share reviews to help others make informed choices.

    10. Evaluate advertisements and market trends carefully, avoiding impulsive buying and valuing people for who they are, not what they own.

    11. Know your consumer rights, make responsible choices, and engage with organisations that promote fair and ethical market practices.

    12. Learn how recycling reduces energy consumption. Recycling materials, such as aluminum, plastic, and paper, generally uses much less energy compared to producing these materials from raw resources. 

    13. Embrace slow fashion and support brands that use sustainable materials and ethical production. Avoid brands with excessive collections that fuel overproduction.

     

    Visit our website to learn more about the project: https://vettinggreen.eu/ 

     

  • This is your result 4/4:

    How can you improve your consuming habits and score?

    1. Before making a purchase, ask yourself if the item aligns with your values (such as sustainability, ethical production, or fair labor). Focus on buying from brands that share your values and make purchases that reflect your commitment to reducing waste and consumption.

    2. Educate others on the importance of reducing packaging and encourage companies to shift to fully recyclable or zero-waste packaging options.

    3. Repair instead of replacing, fix items like shoes, appliances, or clothes when they break instead of discarding them.

    4. Look for specialized second-hand stores that align with your needs, and consider selling or donating items you no longer use to keep the cycle going.

    5. Certifications like GOTS (organic cotton), OEKO-TEX (chemicals-free textiles), and Fair Trade can help you identify truly sustainable products. Look for certifications like Fair Trade or Organic when shopping.

    6. Advocate for policies that encourage small-scale, sustainable businesses to thrive and reduce their environmental footprint. Join social media campaign that promoting local products

    7. Support laws limiting toxic chemicals in textiles. Encourage brands to switch to safer alternatives by asking, petitioning, and raising awareness.

    8. Educate others and advocate for change. Share your knowledge, support petitions, and push for ethical labor and environmental practices. The more demand, the greater the impact!

    9. Once you’ve compared multiple options and read expert reviews, choose the product that offers the best value over time. Give your opinion about products on providers webs, social networks, etc.

    10. Look for companies that use honest advertising, are transparent about their practices, and value their customers as individuals rather than focusing on materialism. 

    11. Get involved with organizations that campaign for fair market regulations, product safety, and sustainable business practices.

    12. Prioritize energy-efficient products or those which use reclyced materials on their production.

    13.Understand the fashion industry's impact on CO2 emissions, water pollution, and labor exploitation. Choosing responsible brands makes a difference.

     

    Visit our website to learn more about the project: https://vettinggreen.eu/ 

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