humanespot.org humanespot.org humanespot.org
 
 

The BBMG Conscious Consumer Report

 
| | | |
by
More Information...

Short Description:
This national study covers the purchasing behavior and social values of U.S. consumers and finds that 77% of U.S. consumers believe they can make a difference by purchasing products from socially responsible companies.

Abstract:

This report segments consumers into four groups including:

  • Enlighteneds (10% of consumers) who go out of their way to patronize companies that are perceived to fall in line with their social goals.
  • Aspirationals (20%) who balance convenience with their ideals and may act according to social concerns, availability, and price.
  • Practicals (30%) who look for convenience and prioritize purchases based on price, quality, and energy efficiency.
  • Indifferents (40%) who prioritize price, quality, convenience, and products made in the U.S.
More than three-quarters (77%) of consumers feel that they "can make a positive difference by purchasing products from socially or environmentally responsible companies," but they are also actively seeking information to verify green claims.

Spot Check Number: 1199
Sponsor: BBMG, Global Strategy Group
Researcher/Author: BBMG
Record Type: Organizational Publication or Materials
Research Method: Unknown or Not Applicable
Geographic Region: United States National
Number of Participants: 2,000
Population Descriptors: U.S. Consumers
Year Conducted: October - November 2008

Post new comment

The content of this field is kept private and will not be shown publicly.


PLEASE SUPPORT NONPROFIT RESEARCH FOR ANIMALS

Did you find this research helpful in your work for animals? If so, please consider a donation to the Humane Research Council to help us with the costs of maintaining, expanding, and improving HumaneSpot.org.