Dow Professor of Sustainable Science, Technology and Commerce; Professor of Business Economics; Public Policy Professor of Environment and Sustainability, University of Michigan
Thomas P. Lyon holds the Dow Chair of Sustainable Science, Technology and Commerce, with appointments in both the Ross School of Business and the School of Environment and Sustainability (SEAS). He is the President of the Alliance for Research on Corporate Sustainability. Professor Lyon is a leader in using economic analysis to understand corporate environmental strategy and how it is shaped by emerging government regulations, non-governmental organizations, and consumer demands. His book Corporate Environmentalism and Public Policy, published by Cambridge University Press, was the first rigorous economic analysis of this increasingly important topic. Professor Lyon earned his bachelor’s degree at Princeton University and his doctorate at Stanford University. His current research focuses on corporate environmental information disclosure, greenwash, ecolabeling, and voluntary programs for environmental improvement.
How corporations use greenwashing to convince you they are battling climate change
May 16, 2023 13:21 pm UTC| Insights & Views
Many corporations claim their products are green-friendly. But how do you know if what theyre selling is truly eco-safe? SciLine interviewed Thomas Lyon, professor of sustainable science, technology and commerce at the...
Millennials drive for 8% fewer trips than older generations
Jul 14, 2020 09:54 am UTC| Life
Millennials typically defined as those born between 1981 and 1996 have gotten a lot of press, both positive and negative. Some argue that they are more public-spirited and less materialistic than baby boomers. Others...
When corporations take credit for green deeds their lobbying may tell another story
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Today most large companies like Exxon Mobil, Ford and GM issue slick reports extolling their efforts to conserve resources, use renewable energy or fund clean water supplies in developing countries. This emphasis on...
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