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A Canadian miner’s supposed ‘green lithium’ shipments used carbon credits stemming from Amazonian offsetting project now suspended amid a federal investigation.

French oil and gas giant TotalEnergies has been found by a Paris court to have deceived consumers by overstating its climate pledges and its role as an active player in the fight against global warming.

Greenhushing could be just as dangerous as greenwashing. When organizations downplay their efforts, the broader sustainability conversation can be weakened – and the opportunity for businesses to be agents of social change could be lost.

Apple unveiled its new Apple Watch Series 11 at its fall event on Sep. 9. Unlike the past two years, when the company promoted the environmental benefits of its devices, this year’s launch took a quieter tone.

Funding is needed to reverse global biodiversity loss. A credits market has been touted as a solution, but environmental groups say ‘don’t be fooled.’

Through its 2021-founded subsidiary MyCarbon, Brazil’s meat processing giant Minerva Foods is emitting and selling carbon credits to big oil companies that are in a rush to move away from a polluting stigma.

On June 30, more than 100 companies and investors issued a joint statement urging the European Union to maintain its strong sustainability regulations.

NGO Environmental Action Germany (DUH) has won separate greenwashing lawsuits against airline Lufthansa and apparel company Adidas on the grounds of misleading consumers with sustainability claims.

Amazon, the retail giant in the U.S., announced the launch of its carbon credit service through its Sustainability Exchange platform on March 19. This service aims to help its supply chain partners achieve decarbonization.

Vietjet Air has recently been embroiled in controversy. The airline's promotional campaign launched in Singapore has also drawn criticism. The campaign was accused of making misleading environmental claims and was subsequently ordered to be taken down.