Dear Green American, Trick or treating may look different this year. But, chocolate is the same tasty treat it has always been. Something else is also the same – child labor and deforestation are still ingredients in big name chocolate bars. We made this cheat sheet so you can easily spot chocolate brands doing chocolate better. Many of these companies are also Green Business Members of Green America, and all of these chocolates are available for purchase online! During the pandemic, child labor in cocoa has risen by an estimated 20% and small businesses everywhere are struggling, so using your purchasing power this Halloween is even more important than usual. Whether you are spending Halloween at home or discovering new ways to safely pass out candy, we hope that our ‘Trick or Treat Cheat Sheet’ helps you pick chocolate that you can feel good about eating. I hope you and your loved ones are staying safe and healthy during these times! Thank you for all that you do, |