Shopping Sustainable Products in 2022
12 May 2022

Shopping Sustainable Products in 2022

Evidence of climate change, government regulations, and consumer pressure have brought more sustainable products to the market. Fifty-seven percent of Americans now consider themselves environmentally conscious. However, what is the demand for green products? Are people who consider eco-friendly willing to pay more for sustainable products? In Provoke Insights’ fourth wave of in-house research, we set out to track consumer mindsets, purchasing trends, and how sustainability plays a role.

Who is Buying Sustainably?

Today 43% of Americans are willing to pay more for sustainable products. Interestingly, almost two-fifths (39%) of those who are environmentally conscious are not willing to open up their pockets for green products. Those willing to pay the extra cost are more likely to be vaccinated, optimistic about the future, Democrats, Millennials, and have children.

Inside the Mind of the Sustainable Shopper

While these shoppers tend to be more optimistic about the future, they still worry about COVID. They are more concerned about the economy and the health of themselves and their children are a priority. Additionally, these shoppers prefer to purchase from small businesses. Price is not a major factor in their purchasing decisions.

They Go Online to Find Sustainable Products

Although sustainable shoppers prefer to make purchases online, they rate the in-store experience favorably. They are more satisfied with the cleanliness of stores and customer service than non-sustainable shoppers. However, they tend to find item availability to be lacking since sustainable products are more niche. They are purchasing apparel, beauty supplies, and skincare products. Furthermore, sustainable shoppers are more loyal to their brands than those who are not willing to pay extra for green products. Almost three-fourths (74%) stick to brands they are familiar with.

 

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Methodology

Provoke Insights conducted a 15-minute survey in the spring of 2022 among 1,500 Americans between the ages of 21 and 65. A random stratified sample methodology was used to ensure a high degree of representation of the U.S. population (household income, age, gender, geography, ethnicity, and children in the household). Statistical differences between subgroups were tested at a 95% confidence level. The margin of error is +/-2.5%.

 

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