Comments on: It's Semi-Annual Sale Season: Is Shopping Online Greener?

By: Julie

Julie — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 14:37:34 +0000

Hi Odchudzanie – I tend to disagree. Although many people do own cars – it’s more common in suburbs. Also, many people do take advantage of public transportation. Since I live in the city, I often take SEPTA to sporting events and around Philly, and also do a lot of my shopping at local boutiques – 3rd Street is awesome! AND you can burn some calories as picking up essentials. But, distance from where your shopping versus work/home should be considered when shopping online versus in stores if you are driving.

By: Odchudzanie

Odchudzanie — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 13:25:35 +0000

“Does the fuel used for shipping outweigh what you would spend trekking to your local mall or boutique”
This is a bad question. Everyone drives these days. So it’s more like Does the fuel used for shipping outweigh what you would spend driving around your local malls and shops. And I think the answer is always no. (although if you do actualy walk or bike to every shop then it might actualy be greener).

By: Andrew

Andrew — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 15:52:12 +0000

Shopping online I think is more eco friendly than wasting gas going from store to store

By: Candace

Candace — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 20:22:58 +0000

Online, so convienent!
Thanks for tips