Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2023
Abstract
You’ve probably heard the term greenwashing before. A company might say that their new “green” items are recyclable when the truth is more complicated. It’s tricky wordplay—being dishonest with the public but phrasing it so that it is technically true. Those who advocate for green policies are frustrated by these deceptive greenwashing practices. The same applies for advocates who want companies and governments to be more transparent about the data they collect. Openwashing is similar to greenwashing, in which groups like organizations and governments claim they are disclosing information, but in reality, it’s not entirely the case. What does it mean for an organization or government to provide open access and just how truly open are they?
Recommended Citation
Thibeault, James, 2023. The Deceptive Practice of Openwashing with Open Access Data, Library Publications.
