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US company charges 'earth usage fee' on online orders, faces backlash
short by Daisy Mowke / on Wednesday, 8 April, 2026
American outdoor apparel brand Patagonia is facing backlash after introducing an 'earth usage fee' on online orders in China. The initiative comes amid concerns about high return rates and carbon footprint of shipping. "Rather than shifting responsibility to consumers, the brand should reflect on why the return rate is so high," a person commented.
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