Z Energy settles 'greenwashing' case without admitting liability

Z Energy settles 'greenwashing' case without admitting liability
One advertisement carried the tagline 'we’re in the business of getting out of the petrol business'. (Image: NZME)
Ian Llewellyn
Z Energy has settled a High Court case brought by Consumer NZ, the Environmental Law Initiative and Lawyers for Climate Action NZ over claims its "Moving with the Times" advertising campaign misled consumers about the company’s plans to move away from fossil fuels.The 2022 campaign featured television, radio and outdoor advertising highlighting Z’s investments in low-carbon initiatives, including biofuels and electric vehicle charging.One advertisement carried the tagline “we’re in the business of getting out o...

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