These eco marketing innovations range from farm-promoting social platforms to online gardening communities that aim to connect organic food enthusiasts with like-minded individuals and businesses that share their similar values. In addition to examples that promote locally sourced food, other standouts include social media campaigns that aim to end food waste in America.
The 'Ugly Fruits & Veg' campaign invites Facebook, Twitter and Instagram users to photograph their misshapen produce while promoting it as edible rather than as something that should be discarded because of its less than perfect appearance.
Other standouts include Miracle Gro's blogger partnerships and digital garden campaigns that are reflective of the brand's millennial appeal. By using the power of social media and sharing consumers' eco values, the company proves it is not only for boomers who love to garden but also for younger generations who are passionate about environmental responsility.
14 Eco Marketing Innovations
From Farm-Promoting Social Platforms to Online Gardening Communities:
Jana Pijak — Oct 16, 2015 — Eco
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Gardening Blogger Projects
Miracle-Gro and Oh Joy! Team Up to Share DIY Garden Projects
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Pop-Up Grocery Stores
The Market Mobile in Ottawa Brings Healthy Foods to Underprivileged Areas
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Ugly Produce Campaigns
The Ugly Fruit & Veg Social Campaign Discourages Food Waste in America
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Gardening Inspiration Campaigns
Miracle-Gro's 'Grow Something Greater' is Styled Like Pinterest
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Social Tree-Planting Initiatives
100% Cork Makes It Possible to Plant a Tree with a Facebook Like
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Local Produce Apps
'Buy Local NB' is an App That Connects People to Local Produce in New Brunswick
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Regenerative Eco Currency
BitSeed Proposes the Use of Virtual Money to Plant 1 Billion Trees
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Floral Confession Booths
Moonpig's Shed-Inspired Installation Promotes Its Flower Delivery Service
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Blossoming Emoji Gardens
Miracle-Gro's Crowdsourced Digital Garden is Made of Floral Icons
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Online Gardening Communities
Soil Mate is a Social Media Platform for Eco Enthusiasts
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Farm-Promoting Social Platforms
The Ontario Farm Fresh Instagram Page Spotlights Local Businesses
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Photogenic Garden Contests
Pennington's Lawn & Garden Envy Contests Offer Prizes to Facebook Fans
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Rainforest Protection Campaigns
Brother's Latest Initiative Aims to Safeguard 2000 Acres of Trees
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24-Hour Eco Initiatives
'Trees for Trees' Aims to Plant 10,000 Trees in 24 Hours
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Creator-Led Beauty Commerce
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Circular Fashion Platforms
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