Corporate Social & Environmental Responsibility Perception Survey

Welcome, and thank you for taking part in this survey. We are interested in your views on companies' social and environmental efforts — there are no right or wrong answers, just your honest opinions. Your participation is entirely voluntary, and you may stop at any time. All responses are anonymous, kept confidential, and will only be reported in aggregate for research purposes. This survey takes approximately 6–8 minutes to complete.

Which of the following product or service categories have you purchased from in the last 3 months? Select all that apply.

• Groceries
• Clothing / Apparel
• Electronics
• Household goods
• Personal care / Beauty
• Financial services
• Mobile / Internet / TV service
• Travel / Transportation
• Restaurants / Food delivery
• Other (please specify)
• None of the above

This section is shown only if you indicated you have noticed a company's social or environmental initiatives.

The following questions are about your general views on companies and their social and environmental responsibility — regardless of whether you have noticed a specific initiative.

Based on your responses in this survey, please share any additional thoughts or feelings about how companies' social and environmental practices influence your purchasing choices.

What is your age?

• 18–24
• 25–34
• 35–44
• 45–54
• 55–64
• 65+
• Prefer not to say

Thank you for your time and thoughtful responses! Your input helps us better understand consumer perspectives on corporate social and environmental responsibility.

In the past 12 months, have you seen or heard any company communicate about its social or environmental initiatives?

• Yes
• No
• Not sure

Where did you notice these initiatives? Select all that apply.

• In-store signage
• Product packaging
• Company website
• Email / Newsletter
• Social media
• News coverage
• TV / Radio ads
• Word of mouth
• Other (please specify)

How much do you trust companies that publicly communicate their social and environmental commitments?

How do you describe your gender?

• Woman
• Man
• Non-binary
• Prefer to self-describe
• Prefer not to say

Which types of initiatives did you notice? Select all that apply.

• Reducing carbon emissions
• Charitable donations
• Employee volunteering
• Sustainable packaging
• Fair labor practices
• Community development
• Diversity and inclusion
• Ethical sourcing
• Other (please specify)
• Not sure

How willing would you be to pay a higher price for a product or service from a company you believe is genuinely committed to social and environmental responsibility?

In which country do you currently reside?

• United States
• United Kingdom
• Canada
• Australia
• Germany
• France
• India
• Brazil
• Japan
• Mexico
• South Africa
• Other (please specify)
• Prefer not to say

Thinking about the most recent initiative you noticed, how credible did it feel?

How likely are you to recommend a company to others based on its social and environmental practices?

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• Some high school or less
• High school or equivalent
• Some college / Associate degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Postgraduate (Master's / Doctorate)
• Prefer not to say

To what extent do you believe that initiative has a positive impact on the environment?

Please rank what you believe companies should prioritize most in their responsibility efforts (1 = top priority).

1. Environmental protection
2. Supporting local communities
3. Employee welfare
4. Ethical supply chains
5. Customer data privacy
6. Transparency and governance

What is your current employment status?

• Employed full-time
• Employed part-time
• Self-employed
• Student
• Unemployed
• Retired
• Other
• Prefer not to say

To what extent do you believe that initiative has a positive impact on society and communities?

Which minimum standards do you expect most companies to meet today? Select all that apply.

• Comply with laws and regulations
• No child or forced labor
• Pay fair wages
• Reduce greenhouse gas emissions
• Use recyclable or minimal packaging
• Support local communities
• Ensure a diverse and inclusive workplace
• Protect customer data and privacy
• Publish transparent impact reports
• Other (please specify)

To what extent do you believe that initiative has a positive impact on the company's business practices?

How much did this initiative influence your most recent purchase decision, if at all?