Circuit Board Necklaces make eco-geek, eco-chic. The necklaces are made of recycled printed circuit boards.
They were printed wrong when manufactured, causing them to become a waste. Every necklace is one of a kind, and comes with a length adjustable, waxed cotton cord.
The necklace measures about 1.5 inches wide and is sold at ThinkGeek for $20.
Printed circuit boards counts for 3% of e-waste, so this innovative conversion of waste into fashionable accessories inspires ways to recycle and be ahead of the trends at the same time.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Recycled-accessories
- Using recycled materials to create fashionable accessories that appeal to eco-conscious consumers.
- Eco-chic-jewelry
- Designing jewelry that uses unconventional materials as a way to make innovative designs that are both eco-friendly and fashionable.
- Green-geek-fashion
- Incorporating sustainable elements into geek fashion to promote eco-consciousness and responsible consumerism.
Sectors Adopting This
- Fashion
- The fashion industry can capitalize on the trend to design accessories with unconventional materials that are eco-friendly and promote sustainability.
- Consumer Electronics
- Manufacturers in the electronics industry can explore ways to repurpose e-waste into accessories or products that have added value in the eyes of consumers.
- Sustainability
- The sustainability industry can leverage the trend to drive awareness around upcycling and responsible waste management, which can create new markets for creative and innovative products.
