The economy has not dampened the green commitments of most U.S. consumers, according to a recent national poll in which more than two thirds of those who purchase "green" products or services said their "green" buying habits are unchanged and one quarter said they've actually increased their purchase of "green" goods or services. Only 8 percent of "green" purchasers said the economy has reduced their buying of "green" products and services.

Adults were asked how the recent changes in the economy has affected their purchasing of "green" products or services such as non-toxic or biodegradable cleaning products and restaurants that serve locally sourced food. Among the 73 percent of those who reported buying "green":

- 67 percent, reported buying the same
- 26 percent, buying more
- 8 percent, buying less

Asked how knowing that a store or restaurant focused on being "green" as part of their business would impact their likelihood to visit, 49 percent said they would be equally as likely to visit, regardless of extra distance or effort. Another 26 percent said they would be more likely to visit if it involved no extra distance/effort, and 8 percent would be more likely to "go green" and visit even if it required extra distance/ effort.

"The overall results of this survey highlight the staying power of green among consumers even during the toughest of economic times," said Mike Kapalko, Environmental and Tork Services Manager, SCA Tissue North America.