Which statement best defines greenwashing?

• A. A Policy for Sustainable Packaging
• B. Misleading or unverified environmental claims; Credible claims have third-party verification and transparent data.
• C. A Standard Set by the Government for Eco-Labels
• D. An Approach to Cut Costs by Using Cheaper Materials

Answer: (B)

Greenwashing is when a company tries to appear environmentally friendly but makes claims that are misleading or not backed by evidence. The statement that best defines it says environmental claims are misleading or unverified, and credible claims have third-party verification and transparent data. This captures both the deceptive nature of greenwashing and the standard that trustworthy environmental claims should be verified by an independent party and supported by clear, accessible data.

The other ideas don't fit because one describes a policy for sustainable packaging, another a government-standard for eco-labels, and the last focuses on cutting costs with cheaper materials—none of these define the act of misrepresenting environmental benefits.