Examining Research: Evaluating a BBC News Article on Greenwashing

Sustainability, eco-friendly are some of the most important elements while doing business. In this modern
time where people understand about the significance of remaining sustainable so they approach brands that
do activities in sustainable manner. Greenwashing is the term that is used to describe the reality of
businesses and organisation as they show they are sustainable but in real world they do not perform any
activity to remain sustainable.
A1 - CARP Template - Use this template to evaluate your source of information
Title: Climate change: Seven ways to spot businesses greenwashing
Is this journal newspaper book
Currency
When was the information published or
posted?
8th November
Has the information been revised or
updated? When?
No, it is not revised
Does your topic require current
information, or will older sources work as
well?
Older sources can also work collecting data about
the topic of greenwashing.
Websites – are the links functional? Yes, the link is right.
https://www.bbc.com/news/business-59119693
Authority
Who is the author/creator? Beth Timmins is the writer of the chosen
source.
What are their credentials? Are they
qualified to write about this topic? Can
they be contacted?
Beth Timmins has done Dphil. So, they have
great skill to write about the topic and in this
source about greenwashing is written.
Yes, this could be done through platforms of
social media.
Are they affiliated with any groups or
organizations?
Yes, BBC News
Who is the publisher or sponsor? BBC News
Relevance & Reliability
Does the information relate to your topic
or help answer your question?
Yes
Is the information at the appropriate level
for your research?
Yes
Who is the intended audience? Consumers are chosen as intended audience.
Where does the information come from?
Does the author provide references or
sources?
The writer has concentrated piece of information
from BBC news.
Has the information been reviewed or
refereed? By whom?
No
Do you feel comfortable using this source
in your research? Would your teacher
accept it?
Yes, I was comfortable while using this source.
Yes, the teacher will accept.