Consumers embrace second green wave

James S Murray
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BBC poll of 22,000 people worldwide finds support for green products, green taxes and lifestyle changes

Most people claim they are willing to pay green taxes in order to combat climate change, according to a major new survey that also highlights growing customer support for green business models. The...

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