How Did Green Monday Start?
Green Monday was named in 2007 by eBay because of how much money the site made from last-minute shoppers on the day. That year, it was eBay’s biggest sales day of the year. Green in the name has two meanings. First, it refers to the money the retailer made that day; it’s the most profitable of the year. Second, green refers to eBay arguing that it’s more environmentally friendly than a brick-and-mortar store; however, all those shipping boxes used to send goods sold from the site might make that claim challenging to defend.
Cyber Monday vs. Green Monday
Some circles call Green Monday “Cyber Monday 2” because of the deals. Best Buy has described the day as “one of the biggest online shopping events of the year.” Like many other retailers, it offers Green Monday deals comparable, if not better, than what you might get on Cyber Monday. The day has never done better than Cyber Monday in sales, but it does run a close second to Cyber Monday.
Where to Find Green Monday Deals
Green Monday deals are all over the web, and most larger online retailers will participate. For the most part, Green Monday deals are in the same places as Cyber Monday bargains. If you miss some Cyber Monday savings, check out the same retailer a few weeks later. You might find the same deal you missed or an even better one.
