Neckties made from spider silk, blended fruit juices made from misshapen produce and jerky snack made from eggplants are among some of the top April 2017 eco design ideas.
Throughout these emerging eco design concepts, one of the most prevalent themes is a focus on offering more sustainable versions of commonly used products. Two of the most standout examples of this include Memphis Meats' cruelty-free, lab-grown chicken and Stone Brewing Full Circle Pale Ale, which is brewed with 100% wastewater.
To spread messages about the importance of caring for the environment, some unique outdoor campaigns are being created. Recently, Toyota installed an air-purifying billboard to advertise a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle, while beer brand Tiger is sharing art across London that is made with Air-Ink, which is sourced from city pollutants.
Top 45 Eco Design Ideas in April

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Portable Self-Sufficient Homes
This Sustainable and Autonomous House is Solely Run on Solar Power

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Eco-Friendly Adult Scooters
The 'OjO' Commuter Scooter Offers Solid Range and Speed

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Solar Panel Security Cameras
The 'Solar Cam' HD Outdoor Security Camera Draws Energy from the Sun
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Photovoltaic Skating Rinks
This Concept Uses Ice Skating to Generate Electricity
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Solar Panel Window Coverings
The 'Solar Blind' Solar Window Coverings Generate Power
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Eco-Friendly Cork Surfboards
The 'KORKO' Surfing Surfboard is Sustainable Crafted and Affordable
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Organic Ocean Waste Stools
The 'Zostera' Sitting Stool is Made from Eelgrass and Bio-Resin
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Solar Window Pane Chargers
The Notos Solar Window Charger Keeps Devices Running
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Healthy Biodegradable Food Packaging
This Anti-Microbial Food Packing Material Degrades Naturally
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Slim Solar Smartphone Cases
The 'Synthetic' Solar iPhone Case Enables Eco-Friendly Charging
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Affordable Fully Electric Vehicles
Volvo Cars Announced an EV with a 250 Mile Range for 2019
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Energy-Generating Vehicles
The 'Changan' Ultra-Efficient Vehicle Harnesses Power from Many Sources
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Biodegradable Seagrass Packaging
Felix Pottinger has Designed a Packaging System for Food
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Ugly Fruit Juices
Misfit Juicery Takes Misshapen Produce and Blends Them into Beverages
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Vegan Deli Restaurants
Montreal's Gusta Foods is a New Gourmet, Plant-Based Restaurant
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Opulent Electric Convertibles
The Bentley EXP 12 Speed 6e Features an Electric Powertrain
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Garden Highway Structures
The 'Green Circle' Balances the Offset of Highway Roads in Urban Areas
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Competitively Priced Electric Cars
The Lucid Motors Air Will Cost Less Than a Tesla Model S
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Soaring French Sky Gardens
The Occitanie Tower Will Be the City of Toulouse's First Skyscraper
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Solar Roof Hybrid Vehicles
Panasonic Developed a Solar Car Roof for the Toyota Prius
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Recycled Sneaker Containers
The New Nike Air Max Container is Made from Lids and Drink Containers
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Polluted Art Galleries
This Pop-Up Gallery Exclusively Features Art Made with Air Pollution
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Eco-Friendly Paper Laundry Detergent
Dizolve Reduces Transportation Pollution by 94 Percent
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Water-Only Cleaning Cloths
e-cloth's 'Safe Home Baby Care Set' Cleans Without Harsh Chemicals
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Realistic Driving Performance Toys
The Enduro Toy Cars are Interactive and Eco-Friendly
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Completely Compostable Coffee Pods
Muskoka Roastery's Coffee Pods Completely Biodegrade in 84 Days
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LED Pest Repellers
DTM Care's Unique 4-in-1 Device is Safe to Use Anywhere Around the Home
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Spider Silk Protein Ties
The Bolt Threads Spider Silk Ties are Crafted from Lab-Harvested Fibers
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Water-Saving Shampoo Bottles
This Package Makes People Aware of Shower Water Consumption
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Inked Pollution Murals
These Awareness-Raising Billboards Were Made with Air-Ink Technology
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Biodynamic Breakfast Cereals
This Cinnamon Cereal Boasts Alternative Agriculture Products
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Eco Egg-Dyeing Kits
The Eco-Eggs Carton Teaches Kids to Dye Eggs Naturally
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Air Filtration Billboards
Toyota's "Eco-Billboard" Removes Nitrogen Dioxide from the Air
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Three-Wheel Mobility Systems
The Mercane TRANSBOARD v2 is an Eco-Friendly Electric “Kickscooter”
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Single-Origin Chocolate Eggs
Chococo's Chocolate Eggs for Easter Boast Cocoa from a Single Source
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Coffee Leaf Teas
Wize Monkey Makes Tea from the Leaves of the Coffee Plant
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Date-Based Liquid Sweeteners
Clarks' New Date Syrup Serves as a Healthier Alternative to Sugar
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Eggplant Jerky Snacks
Power Plant is Now Making Alternative Jerky Meat with Eggplants
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Sustainable Lab-Grown Poultry
The Memphis Meats Lab-Grown Chicken was Unveiled in Two Dishes
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Eco Fabric Scrap Accessories
The Arvin Goods Socks and Underwear are Made without Water Use
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Magnetized Bicycle Storage Accessories
The Digirit Pedal Park Keeps Bikes from Falling Over
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Wastewater-Brewed Beers
Stone Brewing Full Circle Pale Ale is Made Using 100% Wastewater
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Infant-Friendly Face Creams
Chantecaille's Orange Blossom Face Cream is Rich in Organic Plant Oils
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Upcycled Delivery Bikes
Deliveroo's Upcycled Bike is Made with Unused Kitchen Tools
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Gluten-Free Rice Nectars
Suzanne’s Specialties' Rice Nectar is an All-Natural Sweetener
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Ingenious De-Influencing Ads
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Recycling Plant Fashion Shoots
Stella Mccartney's Spring 2024 Ad Campaign Spotlight Cara Delevingn
Eco-Friendly Retail Pop-Ups
Stella McCartney's Ibiza Pop-Up Uses Recycled Wood; Efficient Lighting
Designer Upcycled Bags
Comme Des Garçons Released Its Collaboration with FREITAG
Eco-Friendly Intricate Furniture Series
Rosana Sousa Designs a Sustainable Furniture Collection
Low-Emissions Alcohol-Free Beers
Carlsberg Sweden and Einride Launched an Alcohol-Free Beer
Plant-Filled Latticed Buildings
Wallflower Architecture + Design Creates the Touching Eden House
Algae-Made Slippers
These Vegan Slippers by Giestas Have a Food-Grade Form
Designer-Forward Blanket Collections
In2Green Collaborates with Well-Known Artists and Designers
Ultra-Sustainable Luggage Designs
Samsonite Debuts Two Limited-Edition Sustainable Luggage Designs
Circular Eco-Friendly Minimal Lamps
Enkei Introduces the Sustainable Reminder (001) Lamp
Urban Bottle Sustainable Initiatives
Heineken Presents Fields Green With Grass, Not Glass
Eco Storytelling Workwear Campaigns
Patagonia's We Can Get There From Here Tells is Inspiring
Soil Erosion Awareness Sandwich Ads
Hellmann's Aims to Save Sandwiches from Extinction
Eco-Friendly Offices
Office@27 by Sanjay Puri Architects is Enhanced by Ancient Indian Principles
Digital Sustainable Food Solutions
Special Projects Debuts Eco Lenses to Help with Decision-Making
Sustainable Airport Terminal Designs
This Lush Green Terminal is Powered By Renewable Energy
Eco-Conscious Luxury Collections
Stella McCartney Introduced the Limited-Edition SOS Collection
Automotive Design Philosophy Exhibits
Kia Showcases Two Exhibits at Milan Design Week 2025
Upcycled Automotive Fashion
Nio's Blue Sky Lab Repurposes Materials from Car Manufacturing
Eco-Friendly Luxury Villas
Kengo Kuma Designs the Land Villas for Red Sea Global
Sustainable Wine Bottle Designs
Telmont Unveils Plans to Produce Bottle in Different Green Shades
Rice Straw Fashion Collections
Siam Kubota and Greyhound Original Launch 'Turn Waste to Agri-Wear'
Recyclable Apple Packaging Initiatives
Superfresh Growers Introduces a New Sustainable Packaging
Colorful Vegan Handbag Collections
Espe's Spring/Summer 2025 Collection Boasts Modern Elegance
Modern Upcycled Garden Chairs
Sebastian Alberdi Designs the Eiger Garden Chair for Füür
Plastic-Free Hotel Amenities
ZeroWaste Global Introduces Plastic-Free Guest Amenities for Hotels
Eco-Friendly Bio-Composite Roof Tiles
Studio SKLIM's Lo-Hi Tech Project with Solar Paneling
Green Cosmetics Concept Stores
This Innisfree Store Utilizes Bottles in its Architectural Design
Biophilic Design Electric Vehicles
The AZULIK Mobility Electric Vehicle is Nature-Inspired
Everyday Sustainable Bags
Out of the Woods Offers Versatile Bags for Essentials
Sustainability-Driven Fashion Campaigns
pitusa's Sustainability Campaign Focuses on Reducing Waste
Eco-Friendly 3D Printer Concepts
The Loop Concept is a Sustainable 3D Printing Device
Sustainable Beer Brand Partnerships
Terrapin Beer Co. & Orvis Boasts Environmental Sustainability
Convenience-Focused Upcycled Tote Designs
Out of the Woods Enhances Its Out of the Ocean® Range
Immersive Textile Boutiques
100% Silk Shop in Toronto's Downtown Core is Sustainable
Organic Ancient Design Furniture
The Earth To People Furniture Collection is Naturally Crafted
Waste-Minimizing Household Cleaners
The Grove Co. Spring Collection Has a Special Launch Partner
Bio-Based 3D-Printed Furniture
Ekbacken Studios Unveils a New Collaboration with Sulapac
Sustainable Furniture Launches
Retroloop's Sustainable Furniture Boasts a Nostalgic Aesthetic
Industrial Design Exhibits
Design Burger Hosted a 'Design Dialogues Exhibit' in London
Compost-Turned Paint Toolkits
A Team at Virginia Tech Developed the Sustainable Painting Art Kit
Sustainable Indian Streetwear Lines
Cloveify Wearables Launches its New Sustainable Clothing Line
Biophilic Air Purifier Collections
ecoLogicStudio Creates the Photo.Synth.Etica Collection
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
Earth-Inspired Special-Edition Tofu Packaging
Pulmuone Emphasizes Its Commitment to Sustainability
Recycled Mini Golf Courses
Lab La Bla Made a Miniature Golf Course with Denim & Wine Corks
Everyday Material Colorful Pavilions
Foster + Partners and NEON Create Two Pavilions in London
Fully Compostable Food Packaging
ETG ECO GREEN Unveils a New Line of 100% Compostable Products
Sustainability-Oriented Kids Toys
Learning Resources Unveils a New Sustainable Toy Capsule
Decorative Denim-Made Plates
The Denim Project by Junghyun Kim Turns Waste into Wares
Progressive Protein-Material Fashion
Nanamica Launches the Second Instalment of Brewed Protein
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
Food-Based Toy Block Alternatives
LEGO Replaces its Plastic Bricks with a Eco-Friendly Options
Eco Police Vehicle Designs
This Police Car Interior by David Dahlberg is Ultra-Modern
Compostable Foodservice Packaging
The Eco-Products GreenStripe Line Has New Bags and Wraps
Music Festival Bright Pavilions
Re:Right Design Created the Hayes Pavilion for Glastonbury
Zero-Waste Hi-Tech Premium Fashion
&Or Collective Prepares for Earth Month with New Initiatives
Plant-Based Contemporary Lamps
Maju Designs the Lily Lamp with Biodegradable Materials
Energy-Efficient Office Buildings
This Czech Office Complex is Outfitted With Eco-Friendly Designs
Vegan Leather Iconic Chairs
Herman Miller Presents it Lounge Chairs with a Vegan Construction
Edible Construction Cements
Japanese Scientists Produce Edible Cement from Food Waste
Eco-Friendly Pouf Chair Concepts
Design Studio701 Creates the Rio Pouffe Concept
Textile Fashion Exhibitions
New Order of Fashion Presents Regeneration: Fashion From The Ground Up
Sustainable Pet Food Pouches
American Packaging Corporation Unveils a New Sustainable Solution
Ethical Hotel Amenity Lines
Giovanni and Hotel Emporium Partner for Eco-Chic Luxury Amenities
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
Ethical Ocean-Friendly Apparel
Good for Sunday's 'Save the Ocean' Collection is Organically Made
Aluminum-Packaged Hand Soaps
Grove Co. Debuted New Branding and Packaging
Hyper-Local Dining Establishments
Hotel Belmar Stands Out with Its Sustainable Cuisine
Celebratory Plant-Based Bag Designs
Yoshida & Co. and Porter Launch the New PORTER Tanker Series
Collaborative Upcycled Collections
Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Works with Toyota for Upcycled Goods
Upcycled Material Musical Instruments
The Yamaha Upcycling Guitar Concept Models are Sustainable
Eco-Minded Workout Wear
H&M Unveils a Sustainable Activewear Line to Combat Fast Fashion
3D-Printed Sustainable Home Designs
HONOKA LAB Presents the TATAMI ReFAB PROJECT
Eco-Conscious Canned Water
Wenlock Spring's Revamped Cans Appeal to Gen Z
Sustainable Upcycled Glass Cups
HMM Design Creates a Unique Eco-Friendly Glass Cup
Curated Eco-Friendly Marketplaces
Me Mother Earth Boasts Eco Products for Various Purposes
Sustainably Minded Denim Brands
Yoga Jeans Highlights Its Dedication to the Environment
Eco-Friendly Indian Fashion
Latin Quarters Debuts a Stylish Capsule Using Sustainable Practices
Sustainable Outdoor Kitchen Designs
Ecoscape Has Introduced a New Range of Outdoor Kitchens
Ocean-Friendly Upholstery Textiles
The 'Sport' Textiles Are Crafted From Shoreline-Sourced Plastic
Electronic Packaging-Made Stools
Razeen Mohammed Designs the Portable EDGAR Stool
City-Wide Single-Use Plastic Bans
Hong Kong is Banning Single-Use Plastic Items
Nature-Inspired Multifunctional Speakers
MOSSLAB's Moss Echo Speaker Brings Nature into a Space
Emissions-Minded Food Campaigns
This Meatless Farm Campaign Boasts Reduced Emissions
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
Plantable Phone Cases
The iGreen Cover Sprouts Flowers and Herbs When Planted After Use
Outdoor Carbon-Free Cooking Kitchens
Andrés Jaque Designs the Transspecies Kitchen Space
Environmental Sustainability Business Initiatives
Butterfly Pavilion Organized a Special Coalition
Sustainable Zero Waste Initiatives
LILYSILK is Unveiling a Series of New Zero Waste Initiatives
Womb-Like Neutral Restaurant Designs
Al-Jawad Pike Designs the Interiors of Holy Carrot in London
Hempcrete-Crafted Sustainable Workspaces
Commonbond Architects Designs the Gardenhide Studio
Natural Japanese Art Galleries
Brazil's Yayoi Kusama Gallery Features a Nature-Inspired Design
Eco-Friendly Sneaker Constructions
melissa is Releasing Shoes Made from Melfex PVC Material
Future-Facing Food Menus
Fura's Future Food Menu Explores the Impacts of Climate Change
Eco-Friendly Cafe Vehicles
This Conceptual Solar-Powered Coffee Truck Operates Anywhere
Biological Recycling Parkas
Stella McCartney & Protein Evolution Create Designs with AI & Biology
Eco-Friendly Luxury Dresses
Virgio's 'The Date' Collection Uses Recycled Polyester
APPI Eco-Friendly Furniture
Sabai Design is a Sustainable Furniture Disruptor Led by Woman Founder
Water-Saving Textile Printers
TRUE BLUE TEXTILE Highlights Kyocera's FOREARTH Printer
Eco-Friendly Paper Towels
Bravo's Paper Towels are Made from 90% Recycled Materials
Beetle-Inspired Sustainable Planters
The Fog Smart Hydroponic Planter Leans on Biomimicry
Hybrid Meat Vegetable Concepts
Leyu Li Presents Broccopork, Mushchicken, and Peaf Hybrids
Woven Upholstery Textile Capsules
The Elemental Wright Collection Highlights Organic Architecture
Eco-Minded Leather Variants
Tata International's New Eco-Friendly Leather Hopes to Spark Change
3D-Printed Terracotta Cooler Designs
Entreautre Creates the Biomimcry 3D-Printed Terracotta Cooler
Recycled Phonecase Art Installations
Casetify Creates Public Displays for Journey to Re/Birth
Ethical Tea Commercial Campaigns
Clipper Teas Showcases its New Marketing Tactics for 2025
APAC-Focused Protein Alternatives
Kinoko-Tech and Metaphor Foods Debut Sustainable Protein Options
Eco-Friendly Denim Fabrics
This Fabric is Crafted From Cellulosic Viscose & Recycled Polyester
Traditional Sustainable School Designs
Heatherwick Studio Showcases Plans for Universidad Ean
Sustainable Coffee Ventures
Staten Island Partners with the Eco-Friendly Coffee Brand
Festive Eco-Friendly Apparel
EarthyTweens Offers Up a New Clothing Capsule for the Holidays
Eco-Friendly Artisan Markets
The ChoZen Artisan Market is a New Eco-Conscious Event in Sebastian
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
Sustainable Eurovision Capsules
LJMU Fashion Students are Designing a Sustainable Fashion Capsule
Earth Month-Honoring Luxe Watches
Cartier's Tank Louis Watch Gets a Green Makeover for Earth Month
Tree-Planting T-Shirt Lines
Pinko and Treedom Debut Another Green Capsule with Watercolor Printing
Sustainable Transportation System Concepts
Xiqiao Wang Designed the Eco-Friendly TREO Concept
Turtle-Shaped Bamboo Restaurants
Thilina Liyanage Designs the Turtle Restaurant on the Coast
Circular Outerwear Models
Templa's Biodegradable Down Jacket was Made with Allied Feather & Down
Plant Pod-Inspired Pendant Lights
Sujeet Kakad Designs the Nature Inspired Pendant Light
Natural Material-Transformed Artworks
Borrowed Earth Collaborative Uses Natural Materials for Art
Hotel-Led Vintage Markets
The MOB Hôtel Hosted a Vintage Market, an Eco Conference and Workshops
Climate-Conscious Cocktails
Fura's Journal of Future Foods Menu Explores Specific Ingredients
Ocean-Friendly Seafood Meals
Green Chef's April Recipes Share Seafood Watch-Recommended Seafoods
Provocative Eco Screensavers
Planet-Saving Screen Savers Encourage Switching Off Devices
Asian Designer Furniture Exhibitions
This Year's Emerge Exhibition Marks the Third Annual Showcase
Nature-Connecting Design Installations
OMCC and Diez Office Unveil the Vert Installation
Bamboo Screen-Wrapped Restaurants
Long Nguyen Design Creates the Nhà Tú Garden Restaurant
Nature-Inspired Design Objects
Students at Tecnológico de Monterrey Design the Plant-Based Series
Hopeful Design Installations
Annemoon Geurts Presents the Evolving Harmony Exhbition