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
62
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
54
Eco Coffee Pods
The Droops Coffeemaker Would Use Dissolvable Java Capsules for Responsible Brewing
53
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
49
Hand-Written Wrappers
Hornea Bakery Packaging Would Come Personalized with Ingredients and Recipes
48
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
45
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
43
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
40
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
34
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
27
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
25
Recycled Paper Towels
Seventh Generation Offers Environmentally Conscious Cleaning Products
24
Eco Spray Containers
Resourceful Replenish Packaging was Designed for Continuous Reuse
23
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
21
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
19
Market-Expanding Energy Initiatives
CloudSolar Offers Solar Panels for Renters Without Roofs
18
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
13
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
10
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
8
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
5
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
Woman-Owned Eco Totes
Digital Avenue is a Woman-Founded Spunky Tote Bag Brand Based in Toronto
Electric Transportation Concepts
Marko Petrovic Balances Utility, Sustainability, and Demand
Anti-Consumption Natural Ads
The 'Girls Just Wanna Grow Plants' Ad Aims to Reducing Consumption
Water-Inspired Sustainable Fashion
Craghoppers Unveils a New Collection for the SS23 Season
Eco-Conscious Beauty Packaging
Albéa Group Boasts Three Flagship Packaging Products
Ingenious De-Influencing Ads
Cuyana's De-Influencing April Fool's Campaign Highlights Greenwashing
Compostable Smartphone Chargers
The treed Eco-Friendly Wireless Charger is for Qi-Enabled Devices
Subscription-Based Climate Action Platforms
Ecologi Focuses on Impactful Climate Solutions
Bio-Based Laundry Capsules
Ecover's Concentrated Laundry Capsules Use Upcycled Petals & Apricots
Modular Electric Toothbrushes
Suri Develops a Sustainable Electric Toothbrush Alternative
Indoor Organic Waste Gardens
The Conceptual BOSCH Eco-Hub by Batuhan Duran is Sustainable
Eco-Friendly Bath Essentials
Bebo Seeks to Reimagine the Packaging of Kid's Bath Products
Efficient 70s-Style Timepieces
The Citizen Eco-Drive 365 Series Includes Three Styles
Sustainable Cleaning Kits
The LUUM Starter Kit is a Great Introduction to the Brand
Eco Mission-Inspired Bracelets
Ecoalition Launches Eco-Friendly Bracelets to Support Its Mission
Digital Sustainable Food Solutions
Special Projects Debuts Eco Lenses to Help with Decision-Making
Earth Day-Honoring Apparel Capsules
Christopher RÆBURN Presents the New Earthkeepers Collection
Environmental Cost Receipts
ASKET's Impact Receipts Measure Water Usage, CO2 Emissions & More
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"
Eco-Minded Grooming Products
Hawkins & Brimble Natural Grooming Products Come in Many Varieties
Eco Coffee-Made Timepieces
The Lilienthal Berlin x Kaffeform Coffee Watch Smells Like Java
Eco-Friendly Automotive Tires
These Goodyear Sustainable Tires Have Traction-Tracking Treads
Sustainable Luxe Spring Fashion
Stella McCartney Presents a New Capsule for the SS24 Season
Regenerative Cycling Equipment
The Conceptual 'Energy Keeper' by Sasha Torgova is Eco-Friendly
Cosmetic Sustainability Projects
LUSH Fresh Handmade Cosmetics Announces Sustainability Initiative
Can-Based Cleaning Kits
Puracy's Clean Can Starter Kit Eliminates Single-Use Plastic
Eye-Popping Eco Backpacks
Terra Thread's 'Earth Backpacks' Are Made from 100% Organic Cotton
Stunning Biomaterial Exhibitions
Natural Material Studio Stuns with Floor-to-ceiling Biotextiles
Sustainability-Driven Fashion Campaigns
pitusa's Sustainability Campaign Focuses on Reducing Waste
Compostable Fragrance Caps
EAUSO VERT Created Industry-First Sustainable Fragrance Packaging
Circular Design Challenges
The 'Make It Circular Challenge' Tackles Climate Change
Sustainable Toilet Cleaning Kits
Blueland's Toilet Bowl Cleaner Starter Set is Eco and Convenient
Sustainable Fashion Stores
Cos Unveils Two Stores in Stockholm and Mexico City
Concentrated Recycled Container Cleaners
WildClean Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products are Toxin-Free
Planet-Friendly Personal Care
Canary Launches Eco-Friendly Personal Care Line, Led by Luke Wilson
Eco-Conscious Skincare Brands
Kiehl's Mission Renewal Shows its Commitment to People and the World
Soft Sustainable Coolers
Out of the Woods Makes Reusable Bags Made from Supernatural Paper
Usable Human Hair Materials
Green Salon Collective is Revolutionizing the Biomaterial World
Waste-Free Home Care Brands
Cleancult Debuts New Scents and Refreshed Packaging
Sustainable QR Code Initiatives
Don Simon Launches an Education Initiative Using Pure-Pak eSense
Vegan Sportswear Pop-Ups
Hylo Athletics' Pop-Up at Harrods Includes a Recycling Component
Plastic-Free Advent Calendars
Greener Beauty's Beauty Advent Shares Sustainable, Ethical Products
Next-Gen Laundry Capsules
Unilever Launches a Powerful and Sustainable Laundry Capsule
Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products
arbOUR Launches Its Plant-Based Cleaning and Laundry Line
Sustainable Edible Cups
Haeckels Launches a Chic Edible Cup Offering to Help the Environment
Plogging-Friendly Sports Bands
Fountain Studio Develops a Device to Enhance Eco Running Adventures
Sustainable Skincare Initiatives
Japanese Beauty Brand Kao Upgrades Its Sustainability Initiatives
Upcycled Circular Design Products
Cyrc Designs Expansive Products with Sustainable Themes
Sustainable Skincare Packaging Pivots
Aveeno® Canada Introduces a New Look & Better, Eco Packaging
Eco-Friendly Bottled Waters
Cove Biodegradable Water Bottles are Arriving in LA in December
Upcycled Bathroom Essentials
MaisoNovo's Modern Products Promote a New Way of Living
Non-Toxic Cleaning Subscriptions
Branch Basics Offers Eco-Friendly Cleaning Supply Refills
Holiday-Scented Cleaning Products
Grove Co. Launched a Festive Collection of Cleaning Products
Reusable Packaging Initiatives
PepsiCo Has Announced a New Packaging Goal
Climate-Awareness Yogurt Labels
Oatly Unveils New Climate Footprint Labels on its Packaging
Zero-Waste Hi-Tech Premium Fashion
&Or Collective Prepares for Earth Month with New Initiatives
Monthly Eco-Friendly Cleaning Boxes
Blueland's Three Subscriptions are Tailored for Home Cleaning
Nature-Emphasizing Outdoor Campaigns
Craghoppers Introduces Its Spring/SSummer 2024 Collection
Biodegradable Vegan Soap Packaging
Alara Erthnii Designs the Packioli Soap Packaging
Buy Nothing New Campaigns
The Buy Nothing New Month Campaign Was Launched by Keep Britain Tidy
Sustainable Disinfection Subscriptions
CleanCult's 'Refill Ritual' Service is Eco-Friendly
AI-Powered DIY Home Apps
Praxis Introduces New Features to Its Praxis Plus App
Secondhand Fashion Editorials
Vinted Styled a Shoot Exclusively with Vinted Finds
Sustainable Running Gear
Cloudneo and Cyclon-T: On's Innovations in Eco-Friendly Running Gear
Inspiring Eco-Aware Characters
Little Miss Waste Less Inspires Families to Reuse and Refill
Sustainable Technology Accessories
The Samsung Galaxy x MSFTSrep Eco-conscious Collection is Chic
Satirical Eco Soaps
Greenwash Soap Parodies Claims Made by So-Called Green Brands
Human-Centric Biophilic Designs
Greenmood Develops Acoustic Innovations Stemming from Biophlics
Aluminum-Packaged Hand Soaps
Grove Co. Debuted New Branding and Packaging
Aluminum-Packaged Laundry Soaps
ECOS Introduces the New Ultra-Concentrated Laundry Detergent
Eco-Friendly Smartphones
HMD Announced Three New Nokia Phones as Eco-Friendly Options
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
Eco-Friendly Cannabis Packaging
Hippo Premium Packaging Earth Friendly Collection is Sustainable
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
Eco-Friendly Telecom Companies
SK Group Showcased Over 40 Sustainable Technologies at CES 2023
Biotech Base Layers
These Bio-Based Base Layers are Made with Planet-Friendly Fabrics
Industrial Wastewater Clean-Ups
Aquacycl Boasts Innovative Water-Cleaning Technology
Inspiring Daily Bodycare
method's Unleash Your Inner Shower Celebrates Personal Transformations
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
Eco-Friendly QSR Coffee Lids
Tim Hortons Plans to Migrate to Using Sustainable Cutlery in 2023
Low-Waste Sustainable Spritzes
The Sustainable Spritz Eliminates the Need for Single-Use Glasses
Forest-Protecting Fashion Brand Initiatives
Canopy Leads an Initiative So Save the Forests
Sustainable Laundry Packaging
Ecover Launches the Laundry Capsules with Eco-Friendly Packaging
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
Eco-Friendly Laser Printers
These HP Laser Printers Reduce Energy Use by 30%
Recycled Ad Campaigns
Mars is Reusing Fan-Favorite Ads to Bring Attention to Climate Change
Upcycled Ingredient Meal Kits
The Green Chef Earth Month Selects Menu Has 12 Options
Updated Sustainable API Features
Google Adds New Features to its Ingenious Project Sunroof
Solar-Powered Food Trucks
Planted Unveiled a Sustainable Food Truck for a Tour Across the UK
Powerful Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products
Branch Basics is the Perfect Cleaning Solution
Irreverent Ethical Soap Campaigns
Pure Rush Soap's New Ad is a Fresh Take on Sustainable Branding
Eco-Friendly Laptops
HP Unveiled the 14-Inch 'Eco Edition' Laptop with Sustainable Components
Recyclable Takeout Packaging Services
Uber Eats Begins the Reusable Packaging Trials in London
Eco-Friendly Baby Diapers
Healthybaby Diapers are Made of Plant-Based Materials
Plant-Powered Skincare Ranges
The Green Goo Plants for Your Face & Body Range is Effective
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
Sustainable Private Label Products
CVS Total Home is Introducing Several New Products
Concentrated Cleaner Sachets
Cleanery's Multipurpose Cleaning Spray Reduces Waste Where Possible
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 Navigation Features
Google Maps Allows Eco-Conscious Trip Planning
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
Earth Month-Honoring Luxe Watches
Cartier's Tank Louis Watch Gets a Green Makeover for Earth Month
Eco-Friendly Lighter Collections
The BIC Ecolutions Lighters are Made with 55% Recycled Metal
Sustainable Beauty Brand Initiatives
Yves Rocher's Eco Initiatives Help to Conserve BioDiversity
Sustainably Minded Candle Brands
Planted Aims to Minimize Its Environmental Footprint
All-Electric Restaurant Concepts
This Chipotle Restaurant Design Harnesses Wind & Solar Power
Climate-Conscious Wine Campaigns
California Wines Celebrates Its 13th Annual Down to Earth Month
Eco-Conscious Web Browsers
Ecosia Has Launched an Eco-Friendly Internet Browser for Clean Energy
Sustainable Furniture Services
IKEA's As-is Service Connects Shoppers to Gently Used Products
Community-Supporting Prize Funds
The Lush Spring Prize Awards Announced the Winners
Earth Month Parfum Campaigns
Armani Beauty Embraces Terra Day With the MY WAY Parfum
Sustainable Growing Containers
The HC Companies Debuts the Revamped Horticultural Containers
Plant-Based Retail Platforms
Earth Pass Connects Eco Consumers and Vegan Brands
Sustainable Media Initatives
BlueTriton and Teads Launch a New Digital Sustainability Initiative
Eco-Friendly Meal Kit Initiatives
Blue Apron and Planet FWD Have Partnered for a Net-Zero Goal
Affordable Eco-friendly FemCare
MildCares Offers Products that Support Female Health
Environmental Impact Product Labels
L'Oréal Product Impact Labeling Ranks the Brand's Products
Eco-Friendly Mobile Accessories
Samsung Unveils its New Eco-Friends Accessory Collection
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
Charitable Hygiene Supply Initiatives
Purse Project Collects Personal Care Goods for Those in Need
Provocative Eco Screensavers
Planet-Saving Screen Savers Encourage Switching Off Devices
Waste-Reducing Eco Partnerships
This Year City Furniture Partnered with Habitat of Humanity
Eco-Friendly Travel Cosmetics
The KinKind Travel Sets Bring Natural Cosmetics on the Road
Earth Month Skincare Projects
Orpheus Skin Partners with The Green Project for Eco Initiative
Earthy Tiger-Motif Lifestyle Designs
RAW EMOTIONS Delivers the ALL GREEN EVERYTHING Capsule
Charitable Anniversary-Celebrating Initiatives
Earth Therapeutics Emphasizes Mental Health