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About the issue

The impact of consumption on the climate is a big issue for the consumer movement. Consumers care about the consequences of their purchasing choices and want the opportunity to reduce their impact on climate change.

Whilst consumer responsibility is important here, the real catalyst for change lies with governments and industry. Governments need to regulate and provide the incentives for businesses to change, and companies must make genuine efforts to reduce their impact where it really matters. Given the right tools in this context, consumers are ready and willing to purchase goods and services that reduce their contributions to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

This desire amongst consumers to make a positive difference in borne out in countless studies, not least our own seminal research: What Assures Consumers on Climate Change.

With recognition of the role of consumers firmly established, and the changes required from government and industry clearly laid out in our policy positions, we are focusing on the fight for meaningful action through the international negotiations on climate change.