While some are undertaking large sustainability projects, others are hoping to help the environment with the products they use in their everyday lives, as evidenced by these April 2015 eco innovations. Similar to the inclination towards natural products in the world of beauty, people are turning increasingly toward green cleaning and sustainable packaging.
Natural cleaning formulations can either be something people make at home or buy in stores. Whether it's your morning coffee or burial plans of a deceased love one, the circle of life is definitely in mind for the eco-conscious consumer. City dwellers are also looking for ways to integrate greenery into their living spaces, using hydroponic technology, crowdfunding campaigns and clever architecture. Another element of daily life, transportation, is present in April 2015 eco ideas, especially concerning energy generation and manufacturing processes.
Top 75 Eco Trends in April
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Sustainable Micro Dwellings
Chris Heininge's Small Living Space is Only 280 Square Feet
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3D-Printed Solar Cars
Students at NTU Created a Futuristic Car Design with Additive Manufacturing
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Flat-Packed Tabletop Workstations
Adjustable Standing Desks Make it Simple to Set Up Shop Anywhere
72
Eco Garden Kits
The Vive Planting Set Prepares Kids for Easily Growing Greenery in Their Backyards
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Wristworn Ant Farms
The Ant Watch Creates a Small Ecosystem for You to Flaunt on Your Arm
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Standing Hydroponic Gardens
This Vertical Gardening System is Automated with Electronics
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Backyard Farming Kits
AKER Supplies Homeowners with a Complete Set of Urban Farming Equipment
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Eco Design Initiatives
Do the Green Thing Promotes Earth Hour with a Collaborative Design Project
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Flat Packed Lamps
The Kavo DIY Table Lamp Lets the Buyer Participate in the Building
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Plug-Propped Lamps
The Wald Outlet Light is Freestanding and Anchored to the Socket
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Vertical Forest Facades
This Urban Treehouse Protects Residents from Air and Noise Pollution
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Sustainable Solar Homes
The NexusHaus Relies on Solar Power to Meet Its Energy Needs
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Eco-Manufactured Vehicles
BMW Concept Car is 3D-Printed Out of Degradable Materials
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Organic Marijuana Services
Flow Kana Offers Farm-to-Table Weed That is Connoisseur Grade
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Educational Packaging Toys
IDEO.org Creates Eco-Friendly Packaging that Doubles as Playthings
60
Shipping Container Gardens
Cropbox Blends Greenhouses and Hydroponics for Mobile Farming
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Cantilevered Computer Tables
Wall Laptop Desk Facilitates the Adaptation of Your Home Workstation
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Tree-Covered Apartments
25 Verde is a Refreshing Mini-Forest in the City of Turin, Italy
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Crowdfunded Urban Forests
The PopUP Forest Project Wants to Transform Times Square into Greenery
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Eco Popsicle Packaging
Vegetable and Fruit Treats are Wrapped in Green, Recyclable Sleeves
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Dew-Harvesting Greenhouses
Roots Up Designs a Plant House that Waters Itself
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Eco Coffee Pods
The Droops Coffeemaker Would Use Dissolvable Java Capsules for Responsible Brewing
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Natural Household Products
The Mrs Meyer's Clean Day Home Line is Organic and Biodegradable
52
Shipping Container Pop-Ups
Taco Bell Opens Up an Eco-Friendly Store at SXSW
51
Solar-Powered Blinds
BRI/SO Smart Shutters Promise Privacy, Sunlight Obstruction and Electricity
50
Energy-Generating Tires
The Goodyear BH03 Uses Heat to Recharge Hybrid and EV Batteries
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Hand-Written Wrappers
Hornea Bakery Packaging Would Come Personalized with Ingredients and Recipes
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Interlocking Eco Toys
Tobo Toys' Eco-Friendly Toys for Kids Join with Other Track Playsets
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Resourceful Power Packs
This Eco-Friendly Portable Charger Reuses Old Smartphone Fuel Cells
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Rubik's Cube Chargers
An Automatic Switch-Off Charger Keeps Your Device from Overheating
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Air Filtration Fashion
Qiadan Yin Peng's Runway Collection Showcases Face Mask Designs
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Educational Craft Subscriptions
Green Kid Crafts' Activity Boxes Gift Smarts & Sustainability
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Circuit Board Jewelry
Ashley Heather Creates Minimalist Jewelry Using Old Computer Parts
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Decorative Sun Power Paneling
These Decorative Solar Panels Can Generate Energy Indoors As Well
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Solar-Powered Planes (UPDATE)
Solar Impulse 2 Has Started Its Trip Around the World Without Fuel
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Scented Vinegar Cleaners
The Yummy Life's All-Natural Homemade Cleaners Mask Vinegar's Harshness
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Gamified Garbage Disposals
This Augmented Reality Trash Can Turns Garbage Into Multimedia Tetris
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Futuristic Roman Eco Cities
Cita Della Scienza is a Sustainable Eco-District Envisioned For Rome
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Ugly Produce Packaging
Loblaws' No Name Products Are Branded as 'Naturally Imperfect'
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Recycled Skateboard Wallets
These Wallets are Hand Made From Old Skateboard Decks
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Biodegradable Cleaning Bottles
Clean the Ocean's Bottles Reduce Waste That Will End Up at Sea
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Faux Luxury Furnishings
Fancy Flat-Packed Side Tables Imitate Marble and Wood on Paper Surfaces
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Salmon Skin Purses
These Fish Leather Handbags and Accessories are Exotic and Eco-Conscious
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DIY Rosemary Detergents
Hello Natural's DIY Laundry Detergent is a Simple Five Ingredient Recipe
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Eco Arboreal Urns (UPDATE)
The Bios Urn is an Environment-Enhancing Option for Burying Remains
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Painterly Drink Packaging
Energy Drink Water Bottles Exude an Air of Value Surrounding the Product
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Plantable Coffee Containers
This Eco-Friendly Plantable Coffee Cup Turns Into Compost As Well
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Natural Toothbrushing Sticks
Miswak Club Uses Parts of a Tree to Promote Good Oral Hygiene
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Self-Cleaning Overpasses
The BCQ Sarajevo Bridge Uses Photocatalytic Concrete to Stay Pristine
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Iconic Landmark Turbines
The Eiffel Tower Wind Power System Sets Standards for Similar Structures
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Recycled Paper Towels
Seventh Generation Offers Environmentally Conscious Cleaning Products
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Eco Spray Containers
Resourceful Replenish Packaging was Designed for Continuous Reuse
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Versatile Homemade Cleaners
This Natural All-Purpose Cleaner is DIY, Safe to Use and Effective
22
Car-Free Transit Bridges
The Tilikum Crossing Bridge Will Allow Walkers, Cyclists and Light Rail
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Gourmet Insect Appetizers
This Year's Explorers Club Dinner Features a Feast of Bugs
20
Play-Powered Pumps
Seesaw Water Filtration System Collects and Cleans H2O Through Fun Activities
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Market-Expanding Energy Initiatives
CloudSolar Offers Solar Panels for Renters Without Roofs
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All-Encompassing Eco E-Commerce
This Green Shopping Site Has a Wide Variety of Eco-Friendly Goods
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Electricity-Generating Urinals
This Urinal Prototype Turns Your Pee Into Electrical Power
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Repurposed Paper Towels
World Centric's Organic Paper Towels are Recycled and Unbleached
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3D-Printed Paper Products
Mcor Technologies Continues to Revolutionize 3D Printing
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Personal Portable Power
MetAir Solstice Provides LED Light and a USB Charger Wherever Its Needed
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Groundbreaking Eco-Towns
North West Bicester is a Government-Designated Eco-Town in the UK
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Gentle Beekeeping Projects
Crown Bee's Initiative to Protect the Bees Highlights Native Bees
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Fading Printer Inks
Friends of Nature's Eco Ink Encourages Paper Reuse by Disappearing Over Time
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Fresh Garden Billboards
FCB Mayo Peru's Anti-Pollution Ad Grows Lettuce
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Wholesome Natural Cleaners
VeraClean's Natural Cleaning Products Pride Themselves on Purity
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App-Controlled Home Vents
The LINQ Home Smart Vents Cut Costs & Eases the Burden on the Planet
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Neutralizing Natural Deodorants
PiperWai's Deodorant is Made with Magnesium, Charcoal and Starch
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Eco Student Competitions
This Green Initiative Offers Local Businesses a Free Energy Saving Audit
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USB Rechargeable Batteries
Lightors Batteries Get Extra Energy from Electronic Devices
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Pop-Up Charging Stations
The Pop-Up Tesla Supercharger is Located In Bristol
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Eco Car-Cleaning Services
Nanak Offers an Eco-Friendly Car Wash with Certified Green Products
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Altruistic Foodsharing Sites
The CropMobster Site Connects Individuals and Organizations for Good
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Oil Slick Assessing Vehicles
The Acoustic Slick Thickness ROV Assesses the Thickness of Oil Slicks
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Plant-Based Cleaning Tools
Scotch-Brite™ Brand Adds Two New Products to its Greener Clean™ Line
Compostable Coffee Tumblers
The Earthmade Aromacup is Made from Bamboo-O Material
Woman-Owned Eco Totes
Digital Avenue is a Woman-Founded Spunky Tote Bag Brand Based in Toronto
Eco-Friendly Feminine Care Products
Reign Wellness Debuted Eco-Friendly Tampons
Anti-Consumption Natural Ads
The 'Girls Just Wanna Grow Plants' Ad Aims to Reducing Consumption
Eco-Conscious Beauty Packaging
Albéa Group Boasts Three Flagship Packaging Products
Creative Laundry Solutions
'Uncommon' and 'Ecover' Release 'Rewear Chair' to Reduce Overwashing
Ingenious De-Influencing Ads
Cuyana's De-Influencing April Fool's Campaign Highlights Greenwashing
Exclusive Brand Ambassador Programs
Better for All Seeks to Promote More Eco-Friendly Practices
Ocean Plastic-Made Skincare Packaging
LATHER Introduced Its New Landscapes Collection
Nature-Inspired Home-Cleaning Products
Grove Co. Collaborates with The Nature Conservancy
Indoor Organic Waste Gardens
The Conceptual BOSCH Eco-Hub by Batuhan Duran is Sustainable
High-Quality Electric Micro Homes
The Cosmic ONE Gets New Upgrades with Premium Components
Recycling-Focused Store Concepts
COS Adopts Recycled Materials to Enhance its New Store Locations
Eco-Friendly Bath Essentials
Bebo Seeks to Reimagine the Packaging of Kid's Bath Products
Urban Bottle Sustainable Initiatives
Heineken Presents Fields Green With Grass, Not Glass
Digital Sustainable Food Solutions
Special Projects Debuts Eco Lenses to Help with Decision-Making
Eco-Friendly Offices
Office@27 by Sanjay Puri Architects is Enhanced by Ancient Indian Principles
Eco-Conscious Coffee Programs
Costa Coffee's Club Loyalty Scheme Rewards Eco-Minded Customers
Environmental Sustainability Initiatives
Nespresso Canada Reaffirms Its Dedication to the Planet
Environmental Cost Receipts
ASKET's Impact Receipts Measure Water Usage, CO2 Emissions & More
Eco-Conscious Luxury Collections
Stella McCartney Introduced the Limited-Edition SOS Collection
Luxury Skincare Brands
Cozy Earth's Fount Society Emphasizes Natural and Sustainable Products
Eco-Friendly Soap Packagings
Little Danube is a Vegan Soap Brand with Redesigned Packaging
Anti-Greenwashing Soap Ads
Navigating Eco-Consumer Irony with Better Climate Store's "Greenwash"
Sustainable Luxe Spring Fashion
Stella McCartney Presents a New Capsule for the SS24 Season
Stunning Biomaterial Exhibitions
Natural Material Studio Stuns with Floor-to-ceiling Biotextiles
Refillable Natural Haircare
Wild Launched Tesco-Exclusive, Eco-Friendly Shampoo & Conditioner
Plastic-Free Hotel Amenities
ZeroWaste Global Introduces Plastic-Free Guest Amenities for Hotels
Compostable Fragrance Caps
EAUSO VERT Created Industry-First Sustainable Fragrance Packaging
Sustainability-Driven Fashion Campaigns
pitusa's Sustainability Campaign Focuses on Reducing Waste
Sustainable Fashion Stores
Cos Unveils Two Stores in Stockholm and Mexico City
Eco-Friendly All-Purpose Cleaners
Cleancult is Cutting 90% of Single-Use Plastic
Electric Food Recyclers
The FoodCycler Eco 3 Turns Food Scraps into an Odor-Free By-Product
Sustainable Singaporean Skincare
Belle Femme Offers Inclusive and Accessible Skincare Solutions
Sustainable Indian Streetwear Lines
Cloveify Wearables Launches its New Sustainable Clothing Line
Hygiene Refillery Stores
Viva Earth Refillery Offers an Assortment of Refillable Natural Products
Pollution-Removing Murals
This Campaign Sucks by Dentsu Brings Awareness to London's Air Quality
Environment-First Tourism Festivals
Paradise City Festival in Belgium Won Sustainability Awards
Fully Compostable Food Packaging
ETG ECO GREEN Unveils a New Line of 100% Compostable Products
Eco-Friendly Refill Stores
Desert Refillery Provides Shoppers with Sustainable Personal Products
Vegan Sportswear Pop-Ups
Hylo Athletics' Pop-Up at Harrods Includes a Recycling Component
Next-Gen Laundry Capsules
Unilever Launches a Powerful and Sustainable Laundry Capsule
Sustainability-Oriented Kids Toys
Learning Resources Unveils a New Sustainable Toy Capsule
Sustainable Skincare Initiatives
Japanese Beauty Brand Kao Upgrades Its Sustainability Initiatives
Upcycled Circular Design Products
Cyrc Designs Expansive Products with Sustainable Themes
Green China-Based Coffee Chains
Tim Hortons Debuts its First Sustainable Store Concept in Shenzhen
Eco-Friendly Pencils
Sprout World Launches Eco-Friendly Plantable Pencils
Upcycled Bathroom Essentials
MaisoNovo's Modern Products Promote a New Way of Living
Zero-Waste Hi-Tech Premium Fashion
&Or Collective Prepares for Earth Month with New Initiatives
Eco-Minded Millennial Ads
Coors Seltzer's 'Call to Inaction' Campaign Aims to Save Water
Pre-Loved Shoppping Events
eBay's Recommerce Day Champions Sustainable Shopping
Redesigned Insect Repellent Packagings
Murphy's Naturals has Undergone a Brand Refresh
Sustainable Running Gear
Cloudneo and Cyclon-T: On's Innovations in Eco-Friendly Running Gear
Plant-Based All-Purpose Cleaners
Guests on Earth's Citrus Oasis Cleaner is Eco-Friendly
Nature-Emphasizing Outdoor Campaigns
Craghoppers Introduces Its Spring/SSummer 2024 Collection
Eco-Friendly Pop-Up Restaurants
The Green Vic is End-to-End Sustainable in London
Buy Nothing New Campaigns
The Buy Nothing New Month Campaign Was Launched by Keep Britain Tidy
AI-Powered DIY Home Apps
Praxis Introduces New Features to Its Praxis Plus App
Health-Conscious Sparkling Beverages
Cloud Water Unveils New Products and a Fresh Brand Makeover
Aluminum-Packaged Hand Soaps
Grove Co. Debuted New Branding and Packaging
Plastic-Free Laundry Challenges
The Tru Earth Plastic Free July Challenge Reduces Household Waste
Eco-Friendly Pet Programs
Mars Petcare and Big Idea Ventures Launch a Sustainable Pet Food Program
Satirical Eco Soaps
Greenwash Soap Parodies Claims Made by So-Called Green Brands
Sustainable Laundry Packaging
Ecover Launches the Laundry Capsules with Eco-Friendly Packaging
Winter-Inspired Cleaning Supplies
Grove Co. Has Introduced a Winter Limited Edition Collection
Sustainable QSR Litter Adverts
McDonald's Malta Presents New Captivating Eco-Centric Campaigns
Reformulated Skincare Rebrands
Bath & Body Works Underwent a Large-scale Shift to Cleaner Products
Naturally Derived Cleaning Solutions
The Lab Co. Introduced Three New Products for Home Cleaning
Sustainable Candle Brands
Apollo Candles Prides Itself on Sustainability and Multi-Functionality
Plastic-Free Personal Care Products
Community Goods Touts Eco-Friendly Solutions and Packaging
Bamboo-Based Sustainable Toiletries
'Caboo' Offers Wipes and Papers Made with Soft Bamboo
Eco-Minded Workout Wear
H&M Unveils a Sustainable Activewear Line to Combat Fast Fashion
Eco-Minded Malaysian Markets
ECO-SHOP Opens its Doors to Sustainability-Focused Malaysian Shoppers
Inspiring Daily Bodycare
method's Unleash Your Inner Shower Celebrates Personal Transformations
Eco-Friendly Spa Capsules
Divana Unveils a New Sustainable Collection Composed of Eight Scents
Curated Eco-Friendly Marketplaces
Me Mother Earth Boasts Eco Products for Various Purposes
Biodegradable Menstrual Pads
C is an Eco-Friendly Feminine Care Brand Founded by Two Saudi Sisters
Sustainable Outdoor Kitchen Designs
Ecoscape Has Introduced a New Range of Outdoor Kitchens
Playful Eco-Friendly Tech Accessories
The Samsung Eco-Friends Collection Has 55 Products
Low-Waste Shopping Solutions
ASDA, Avery Berkel & Hanshow are Enhancing Sustainability in the UK
City-Wide Single-Use Plastic Bans
Hong Kong is Banning Single-Use Plastic Items
Aluminum-Packaged Laundry Detergent
ECOS Ultra-Concentrated Laundry Detergent Comes in Two Scents
Sustainable Turkish Textile Initiatives
ILO Turkiye and Ekodoku Aim to Boost Eco-Friendly Textiles
Recycled Ad Campaigns
Mars is Reusing Fan-Favorite Ads to Bring Attention to Climate Change
Updated Sustainable API Features
Google Adds New Features to its Ingenious Project Sunroof
Sustainable Funding Summits
Emerald Summit Connects Climate Innovators with Impact Investors
Eco-Conscious Production Facilities
Soorty Enterprises Achieves SBTi Validation for Its Eco Goals
Powerful Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products
Branch Basics is the Perfect Cleaning Solution
Environmental Sustainability Business Initiatives
Butterfly Pavilion Organized a Special Coalition
Clean Energy Battery Companies
Greenworks Group Has Been Featured in The Human Component
Sustainable Supplement Packaging
This New Touchstone Essentials Packaging is Made with Bio-PPE
Ocean Plastic Laptop Bags
Targus is Expanding its Eco-Friendly Product Offerings
Sustainable Zero Waste Initiatives
LILYSILK is Unveiling a Series of New Zero Waste Initiatives
Eco-Minded Denim Capsules
Bayeas Launches a New Climate-Conscious Denim Collection
Eco Coffee Advent Calendars
The Blue Goose Coffee Eco Coffee Pod Advent Calendar Has Eight Blends
Irreverent Ethical Soap Campaigns
Pure Rush Soap's New Ad is a Fresh Take on Sustainable Branding
Sustainability-Focused Adventure Gear
Sympl Aims to Revolutionize Adventure Gear Design
Eco-Friendly Baby Diapers
Healthybaby Diapers are Made of Plant-Based Materials
Eco-Friendly Coffee Tumblers
Reborn Coffee Inc. Launched Its Latest Product — the Reborn Tumbler
Eco-Friendly Single-Use Cutlery
Better Earth Debuted Compostable Cutlery and a New Dispenser
Expansive Battery Technology Ranges
The Latest EcoFlow Power Solutions Include Four Options
Empowering Period Campaigns
Natracare Launched the Project #Bekind Campaign in May
Water-Saving Textile Printers
TRUE BLUE TEXTILE Highlights Kyocera's FOREARTH Printer
APPI Eco-Friendly Furniture
Sabai Design is a Sustainable Furniture Disruptor Led by Woman Founder
Eco-Friendly Paper Towels
Bravo's Paper Towels are Made from 90% Recycled Materials
Locally Focused Visionary Tableware
IKEA's Design Lab Presents the New Products of Place Campaign
Sustainable Private Label Products
CVS Total Home is Introducing Several New Products
Forest-Protecting Fashion Brand Initiatives
Canopy Leads an Initiative To Save the Forests
Green Pet Refresh Capsules
Henry Wag Unveils a New Eco-Conscious Pet Care Collection
Eco-Minded Leather Variants
Tata International's New Eco-Friendly Leather Hopes to Spark Change
Concentrated Cleaner Sachets
Cleanery's Multipurpose Cleaning Spray Reduces Waste Where Possible
Sustainable Toilet Paper Brands
HeyBamboo Boasts an Eco-Friendly Approach That Appeals to Users
Eco-Conscious Self-Care Gift Sets
Fountain of Waters Presents Its Special Set of Gifts for Her
Streamlined Skincare Solutions
Mio Cosmetics Delivers Straightforward Skincare Routines for All
Sustainable Toilet Papers
Asda and The Good Roll Bring Sustainable Toilet Papers to the UK Market
Rental Bathroom Amenity Projects
Sojo and Clean the World Revolutionize Rental Amenities Recycling
Eco-Friendly Aviation Startups
Ecojet Will Offer Hydrogen-Electric Flights With a Green Ethos
Sustainable Clean Burn Candles
Planted Offers Eco-Conscious Candles That Improve Air Quality
Sustainably Minded Candle Brands
Planted Aims to Minimize Its Environmental Footprint
Community-Supporting Prize Funds
The Lush Spring Prize Awards Announced the Winners
Festive Eco-Friendly Apparel
EarthyTweens Offers Up a New Clothing Capsule for the Holidays
Sustainable Growing Containers
The HC Companies Debuts the Revamped Horticultural Containers
Plant-Based Retail Platforms
Earth Pass Connects Eco Consumers and Vegan Brands
Eco-Conscious Beauty Lines
dhartii is Introducing a New Beauty & Skincare Category
Climate-Conscious Wine Campaigns
California Wines Celebrates Its 13th Annual Down to Earth Month
Sustainable Biophilic Stools
Ponti Design Studio Presents the Inspired by Nature Stool
Earth Month-Honoring Luxe Watches
Cartier's Tank Louis Watch Gets a Green Makeover for Earth Month
Eco-Conscious Web Browsers
Ecosia Has Launched an Eco-Friendly Internet Browser for Clean Energy
Urban Green Space Overhauls
Four of London's green spaces will receive a makeover
Climate-Friendly Waterfront Homes
From 4 to 1 Creates Three Pavilions in Copenhagen
Eco-Friendly Kids Lunchware
Duck Duck Books and Duck Duck Eco Goods Unveil a Lunchware Collection
Natural Material-Transformed Artworks
Borrowed Earth Collaborative Uses Natural Materials for Art
Sustainable Fragrance Lines
ScentAir Technologies Launched Eco Allure and Eco Serenity
Eco-Conscious Workshop Experiences
Six Senses Vana Celebrates Environment Day with its Earth Lab
Provocative Eco Screensavers
Planet-Saving Screen Savers Encourage Switching Off Devices
Nature-Inspired Design Objects
Students at Tecnológico de Monterrey Design the Plant-Based Series
GHG-Reducing Hotels
Choice Hotels is Committed to Reducing its Eco Footprint through Various Means
Charitable Anniversary-Celebrating Initiatives
Earth Therapeutics Emphasizes Mental Health
Certified Eco-Friendly Hotels
CityBox Uses a 'Green Key Certification' to Ensure Hotel Standards