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Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Qingdao Beach Has Visitors Swimming in Algae

— July 22, 2011 — Eco
These Qingdao beach photos look as though the visitors are swimming in patches of lettuce. But don't be fooled. The green plant-like substance that's overtaken the waters is in reality algae that's worked its way up the coastline of the Shandong province.

Though Qingdao beach looks more like a soccer field than an actual beach, none of the local residents and tourists are being deterred from taking a dip in its refreshing waters. And why should they? Algae's just a vegetable after all, right?

Implications - As a direct response to the world's saturation of technology, consumers are choosing to remain closer to nature. This offers them a sense of fulfillment as they aren't overwhelmed by technological advancements. Corporations may capitalize on this consumer desire to embrace the naturalistic by offering consumers products with organic-looking textiles.

Trend Themes

  1. Naturalistic Experiences — As consumers seek fulfillment in nature, businesses can innovate by offering products and services that cater to this desire.
  2. Organic Aesthetics — As the trend for embracing natural-looking fabrics and materials grows, businesses can find opportunities to design products that cater to this aesthetic.
  3. Algae as a Resource — As the world searches for more sustainable solutions, businesses may find opportunities to utilize algae as a renewable resource for a wide range of industries.

Industry Implications

  1. Eco-friendly Fashion — As consumers seek organic-looking textiles, businesses focused on eco-friendly fashion have the opportunity to innovate with new materials and designs.
  2. Sustainable Agriculture — As algae becomes more commonly used as a renewable resource for a variety of industries, businesses focused on sustainable agriculture can innovate by incorporating it into their processes.
  3. Renewable Energy — As the world looks for more sustainable solutions, businesses focused on renewable energy can find opportunities to incorporate algae as a source of biofuel or other energy sources.
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