InPost, Allegro, DHL and DPD face UOKiK greenwashing allegations
Poland’s Office of Competition and Consumer Protection (UOKiK) has charged Allegro, DHL, DPD, and InPost with greenwashing—misleading eco-marketing practices. The regulator claims that slogans like “green fleet,” “zero-emission,” and “environmentally neutral” were based on incomplete data or applied only to parts of the companies’ operations. Campaigns such as Allegro’s promise to plant a tree for every 10 parcels allegedly misled consumers, as the trees were planted in advance regardless of customer activity.
UOKiK warns that such practices can discourage consumers from supporting truly eco-friendly products and demotivate responsible businesses. Allegro faces two charges, DHL four, DPD six, and InPost three, with potential fines of up to 10% of turnover per violation. Allegro has been under scrutiny since 2022.
(pb.pl)
