As environmental concerns grow, more companies are adopting sustainability as part of their brand image. We see terms like “eco-friendly,” “carbon neutral,” and “green” on everything from clothing to cleaning products. But how can you be sure these claims are real and not just marketing tactics? The European Union’s (EU) Green Claims Directive aims to help by protecting consumers from misleading environmental claims, also known as “greenwashing.” Let’s break down what this directive means for you as a consumer and how it will change the way companies communicate their environmental impact.