WILKES BARRE, PA - Most people in the environmental community are pleased with the national trend to go green.  But some warn us to watch out for greenwashing

Greenwashing is a person or product that professes to be green but may not be truthful in eco-friendly efforts.  David Byman of the Sierra Club says consumers should do a little research.  His advice is to follow the money.  Is the money being put to use for green facilities or products?

Byman suggests checking websites that track corporate green efforts.  Before you do business with a company that claims to be green you might want to pay them a visit and see for yourself. 

A lot of green efforts are pretty easy to spot.  Check to see if the company is makine efficient use of natural light.  Does it use recycled materials for things like carpeting?  Does it conserve water in its restrooms?  Are there recycling containers for the public and employees? 
 
Conservationists say green policies save resources and save money.