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green responsibility

/ˈɡriːn rɪˈspon.sɪ.bɪl.i.ti/ · green.res.pon.sib.i.li.ty
noun
  1. The practice of businesses and organizations taking responsibility for their environmental impact and adopting sustainable practices to reduce their ecological footprint. The company's commitment to green responsibility earned them a reputation as a leader in eco-friendly business practices.
  2. The responsibility of individuals to make environmentally conscious choices and reduce their personal impact on the environment. Taking public transportation and reducing energy consumption are examples of green responsibility in our daily lives.
Did you know? The concept of green responsibility has been gaining momentum since the 1990s, with the publication of books such as 'Cradle to Cradle' by William McDonough and Michael Braungart, which introduced the idea of designing products and systems that are restorative and regenerative by design.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 19, 2026