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Most of us as consumers decide what to buy based on the price and quality of goods. But our values play a role in our decision-making: what we buy and where we buy it is influenced by our beliefs.
Humans wield great power with what they choose to eat. Here’s how to use that power for good on Christmas day.
A psychological mechanism called ‘motivated reasoning’ helps us justify the ethical burden away.
New research shows how companies were keen to be viewed as part of the solution.
All eggs in supermarket Morrisons will soon be free range. But this – and other measures intended to promote ethical consumption – could impact badly on the worst off.
Many businesses are capitalising on the rise in experience-seeking with new and expensive ways to make memories – and many of them are just as damaging for the planet as products.
Combat modern slavery by spending your money in places that take the issue seriously.
Animal-rights protesters have grabbed headlines this week, but research shows antagonism is not always effective.
Hidden slavery is a growing global problem but we continue to turn a blind eye and embrace a seemingly insatiable demand for fast, cheap goods and services.
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Professor Consumer Ethics and Sustainability, University of Glasgow
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