green con

noun

An environmental policy or action that is perceived to be deceptive or manipulative, or that is seen as prioritizing political gain over genuine environmental protection.

Meanings

noungreen con (plural green cons)

plural green cons

  1. derogatoryinformalAn environmental policy or action that is perceived to be deceptive or manipulative, or that is seen as prioritizing political gain over genuine environmental protection.
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APA

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Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “green con,” accessed November 3, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/green%20con.

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