From recycled linen programs to kitchen scrap cocktails, the November 2017 eco trends demonstrate that upcycling remains popular among brands and conscious consumers.
When it comes to brands that are using upcycling to create new products, Veerah is an industry pioneer. Instead of using traditional textiles, the brand makes gorgeous vegan leather shoes out of the fibers extracted from leftover apple peels. Another brand changing the textile game is Coyuchi, with its subscription program that involves recycling old linens to make brand new ones.
Of course, it is not just brands that are using upcycling to establish a more sustainable business model. Indeed, the November 2017 eco trends reveal that consumers are also making an effort to cut down on waste by repurposing old products. For instance, kitchen scraps are now being saved in order to make creative and tasty cocktail creations.
Top 65 Eco Ideas in November
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Zero Waste Food Packaging
Evoware's Biodegradable and Edible Packaging is Made Out of Seaweed
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Deliverable Pre-Fab Homes
MODS International Partnered with Amazon to Offer Pre-Fab Homes Online
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Organic Hemp Underwear
The 'WAMA' Underwear is Breathable and Naturally Antimicrobial
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Highly Portable Folding eBikes
The 'G-Bike' is the World's First Carry-on eBike
61
Batteryless Electric Toothbrushes
Goodwell + Co.'s 'Be.' Features No Plug-Ins or Batteries
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Simplistic Eco-Friendly Egg Cartons
Tanvi Chaurasia Created the 'Happy Hatch' Packaging Design
59
Eco Workout Equipment
Ecowellness Specializes in Eco-Friendly Fitness Equipment for Home Use
58
Modular Backyard Planters
Meiluisa's 'Bilberry Pads' Help Make Nature More Accessible
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Pipe-Like Hanging Planters
An Indoor Floating Garden Lets Greenery Contribute to the Architecture
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Fishless Aquarium Attractions
National Geographic's Encounter: Ocean Odyssey is Cruelty-Free
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Wrapper-Free Shopping Systems
MIWA is a Food Packaging System that Discourages Food Waste
54
Fungal DIY Lamp Kits
The 'Grow It Yourself' Lamp Kit Lets Users Make a Mushroom Lamp Shade
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Bird-Based City Cleaning Initiatives
The 'Crow Bar' Teaches Crows to Clean Up Cigarette Butts
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Upcycled Organizational Storage
Arup's 'GOLDBORNE' Range Was Made from Repurposed Milk Bottles
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Colorful Rattan Bow Ties
Racso J's Unique Accessories Allow Wearers to Express Their Personalities
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Recycled Plastic Bottle Furniture
The 'Nook' PET Felt Chair is Made from Upcycled Materials
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Unfurlable Solar Panel Systems
The Rapid Roll Solar PV Design Allows Flexible Panel Installation
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Store-Based Living Plant Walls
Innisfree's Union Square Location Houses 10,000 Types of Plants
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WiFi-Enabled Solar Benches
The Mmcité1 'Woody' Bench Has Charging Capabilities and More
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Dairy-Free Milk Deliveries
'Mylkman' Delivers Plant-Based Alternatives in Reusable Glass Bottles
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Hybrid Carbon Fiber Vehicles
The Polestar 1 Offers 93 Miles of Range Per Charge
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Pedal-Controlled Electric Motorcycles
The Gulas Pi1 Motorcycle Accelerates Based on Pedaling
43
Bee Health Protection Systems
The Bee Hospital Offers Solace to Prevent Colony Collapse
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Lead-Free Statement Jewelry
Foxy Originals' Fall/Winter 2017 Collection is Chic and Eco-Friendly
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Tech-Fueled Waterfront Redesigns
Toronto's Waterfront is Undergoing a Google-Sponsored Redesign
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Plant-Based Hammock Installations
'Naturalise' is a Swinging Hammock Made of Soil-Less Plants
39
Minimal Eco-Friendly Eyewear
Neubau Eyewear's Fall/Winter Collection is Both Modern and Timeless
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Designer-Endorsed Consignment
Stella McCartney and The RealReal are Selling Designer Labels
37
Manure-Powered Horse Shows
Horse Manure and Used Bedding Can Be Used to Generate Electricity
36
Sunken Ship Art Installations
The BVI Art Reef Project Promotes Ocean Life and Exploration
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Ethical Imitation Shrimp
New Wave Foods Creates 100% Plant-Based Shrimp
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Rooftop Grocer Gardens
The Grocery Store IGA Has Introduced a Rooftop Garden
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Renewable Ice-Powered Lamps
The 'Frost Light' is an LED Lamp Powered by Melting Ice
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Kitchen Scrap Cocktails
XYST Serves Cocktails Made with Repurposed Ingredients
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Customized Solar Panels
Sistine Solar's Rooftop Panels are Tailored to Match One's Home
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Electricity-Free Solar Lights
The 'Solatube' Solar Lighting Reflects Sunlight into Any Space
29
Children's Wool Sneakers
Smallbirds Designs Wool Sneakers for Children Ages Two to Four
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Sustainable Merino Wool Suits
Good Wool's Suits are Made Using Environmentally Friendly Practices
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Returnable Coffee Cup Systems
Cup Club Lets You Return Reusable Coffee Cups and Lids to Any Cafe
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Zero Waste Mezcal Distilleries
This Liquor Company is Making Mezcal Production More Sustainable
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Methane-Made Biodegradable Clothing
Startup Mango Materials is Developing Biodegradable Fibers
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Retooled Front-Wheel Bicycles
'BellCycles' Introduces a Completely Reinvented Bicycle
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Sustainable Digital Micro-Grocers
Farmstead's AI Calculates and Predicts Orders to Reduce Waste
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Battery-Propelled Airplanes
EasyJet and Wright Electric are Working On Electric-Powered Aircraft
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Energy-Detecting Smart Meters
The Smart Meter Relays What Devices are Using the Most Power
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Apple Leather Heels
Veerah's Vegan Leather Shoes are Made with Fibers Extracted from Apple Peels
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Upcycled Pulp Burgers
Pressed Juicery and Mendocino Farms Make Vegetable Patties from Juice Pulp
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Kinetic Lunch Trucks
Shell Created an Eco Food Truck That Converts Footsteps into Energy
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Paper-Paved Bike Highways
This Bike Highway in the Netherlands is Paved with Toilet Paper
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Range-Roving Electric Vans
The Nissan e-NV200 Offers Expanded Range In a Zero Emissions Package
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Sleek Tandem Bicycles
Handsome Pillion is Designing Sophisticated Two-Seated Bikes
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Eco-Friendly Wastewater Biofuels
Waste From Olive Oil Production Can Be Recycled Into Fertilizer
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Upcycled Coastal Holiday Decorations
The Town of La Oliva Has Turned Waste into Decorations
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Recycled Linen Programs
Coyuchi's Subscription Program Focuses on Sustainability and Textile Waste
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Mass Car-Charging Stations
Tesla's Supercharger Station Can Accommodate 50 Vehicles
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Earthquake-Resistant Building Materials
The Eco-Friendly Ductile Cementitious Composite is Sturdy
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Awareness-Raising Honey Gins
Warner Edwards' 'Honeybee Gin' Supports Bee Populations
8
Eco Dishwashing Bottles
The Fairy Ocean Plastic Bottle is Made with All Recycled and Ocean Plastic
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Mobile Solar-Paneled Music Halls
'La Seine Musicale' Features a Moving Solar Panel Tail
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Lab-Grown Leather Products
'Modern Meadow' Sells Bioengineered Leather Clothing and Textiles
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Trailblazing Electric Race Cars
The Audi FE04 Features All-New Powertrain and Design Elements
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Concentrated Cleaner Concepts
Mirjam de Bruijn's 'Twenty' Imagines the Removal of Water Content
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Branded Conservation Commercials
Patagonia's 1st Ever TV Ad Spot Called for Protected Public Lands
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Recycled Baby Clothing
Vigga Creates a Circular Economy for Baby and Maternity Clothes
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Urban Car-Free Initiatives
Paris' Third Annual Temporary Car Ban Lasted from 11am to 6pm
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Model-Backed Carrying Capsules
Catriona Gray Unveils Her Very Own Sustainable Bag Collection
Biodegradable Womenswear Blazers
Lotta Ludwigson's ALVA Blazer Applies Cradle-to-Cradle Design
Creative Laundry Solutions
'Uncommon' and 'Ecover' Release 'Rewear Chair' to Reduce Overwashing
Collaborative Limited-Edition Holiday Collections
Aveda & Altuzarra Partner for an Exciting Launch
Eco-Friendly Retail Pop-Ups
Stella McCartney's Ibiza Pop-Up Uses Recycled Wood; Efficient Lighting
Exclusive Brand Ambassador Programs
Better for All Seeks to Promote More Eco-Friendly Practices
Eco-Friendly Intricate Furniture Series
Rosana Sousa Designs a Sustainable Furniture Collection
Sustainable Cashmere Apparel Collections
Reformation’s Cashmere Collection is Fall-Ready
Spring Fashion Blooms
Reformation Drops Seasonal Wardrobe Refresh with Sustainable Flair
Algae-Made Slippers
These Vegan Slippers by Giestas Have a Food-Grade Form
Recycled Textile Soccer Kits
Nike's 2026 World Cup Kits are Made from 100% Recycled Textiles
Refillable Alcohol Containers
Diageo Partnered With ecoSPIRITS On Refillable Alcohol Solutions
Eco-Conscious Sugarcane Bras
Walmart Launches a New Sugarcane-Derived Lingerie Collection
Vegan Football Kits
Forest Green Rovers' Kit Uses Recycled Materials & Plant-Based Dyes
Urban Bottle Sustainable Initiatives
Heineken Presents Fields Green With Grass, Not Glass
Eco-Conscious Cleaning Product Packaging
Method is Introducing Recovered Coastal Plastic Packaging
Fridge-Decorating Social Trends
Bed Bath & Beyond Participated in 'Fridgescaping' Trend
Eco-Conscious Hotel Amenities
Groupe GM Launches a 0% Plastic Amenities Collection for Hotels
Eco-Conscious Coffee Programs
Costa Coffee's Club Loyalty Scheme Rewards Eco-Minded Customers
Eco-Friendly Restaurant Cups
Sulapac Partnered with Burger King in Finland for Biobased Cups
Retail Overconsumption Campaigns
Coachtopia's 'The Wasted Parts' Explores Overconsumption Culture
Farming-Inspired Cocktail Menus
Agri/Culture by Little Red Door Explores Agricultural Methods
Plastic Intervention Programs
Cleancult's Program Helps Households Make Sustainable Changes
Recyclable Linoleum Collections
Valerie Pavard Designs the Lino Materiale Collection
Sustainable Performance Apparel
Craft Sportswear Launches Eco-Conscious Collective Line
Sustainable High-End Swimwear Brands
Aventura Swimwear Blends High Style with Sustainability
Textile-Topped Table Design
The Tumble Tables Elevate Sustainability Through Sculptural Form
Recyclable Apple Packaging Initiatives
Superfresh Growers Introduces a New Sustainable Packaging
Rice Straw Fashion Collections
Siam Kubota and Greyhound Original Launch 'Turn Waste to Agri-Wear'
Cigarette Waste Hats
Olivia Gino Turned an Abundant Source of Litter into a Shearling-Style Hat
Everyday Sustainable Bags
Out of the Woods Offers Versatile Bags for Essentials
Sustainable Packaging Options
Vetroplas Partners Highlight Refillable, Recycled And Airless Soluti
E-Commerce Recycling Programs
GUESS Launched GUESS Again in Partnership with SuperCircle
Convenience-Focused Upcycled Tote Designs
Out of the Woods Enhances Its Out of the Ocean® Range
Electric Food Recyclers
The FoodCycler Eco 3 Turns Food Scraps into an Odor-Free By-Product
Organic Ancient Design Furniture
The Earth To People Furniture Collection is Naturally Crafted
Eco-Friendly All-Purpose Cleaners
Cleancult is Cutting 90% of Single-Use Plastic
Encouraging Jar-Reusing Campaigns
Kraft Mayonnaise's Initiative Encourages Consumers to Repurpose
Waste-Minimizing Household Cleaners
The Grove Co. Spring Collection Has a Special Launch Partner
Refillable Product Pilots
Ocado Retail Debuts a Reusable Packaging Pilot with the Refill Coalition
Fridge-Decorating Trend Guides
The Takeout Published a Professional Chef's Guide on Fridgescaping
Sustainable Furniture Launches
Retroloop's Sustainable Furniture Boasts a Nostalgic Aesthetic
Decluttered Ad Campaigns
IKEA Unpackaged Goods Organizes Branded Products into Storage Containers
Sustainable Indian Streetwear Lines
Cloveify Wearables Launches its New Sustainable Clothing Line
Home-Compostable Cutlery
This LifeMade Cutlery Offers a Sustainable Alternative to Plastic
Earth-Inspired Special-Edition Tofu Packaging
Pulmuone Emphasizes Its Commitment to Sustainability
Eco-Friendly Sleek Office Furniture
Jenny Nordberg and Soeco Join on Refurbished Office Furniture
Reusable Takeaway Packaging Pilots
VTT Launches Reuse Pilot for Ready Meal Packaging
Fully Compostable Food Packaging
ETG ECO GREEN Unveils a New Line of 100% Compostable Products
Sustainable Retailer Packaging Updates
This Co-op Sustainable Packaging Initiative is Expansive
Luxe Après-Ski Collections
Veronica Beard Launches Winter Essentials and The Upside Collaboration
Upcycled Denim Collections
The Latest Wrangler Reborn Collection Celebrates Circularity
Chopstick-Crafted Homeware
RENEW by TRINITY Makes Artisan Designs from Reclaimed Bamboo Chopsticks
Purpose-Driven Wellness Brands
Koala Eco is Reflecting on Its Business Growth and Trajectory
Eco-Friendly Pouf Chair Concepts
Design Studio701 Creates the Rio Pouffe Concept
Anti-Water Waste Cleaning Campaigns
The Ecover 'Waste No Space' Campaign Encourages Conservation
Free Educational Fashion Events
Fashion Takes Action is Hosting a Free Public Event Named Remode
Inspiring Food Color Reports
Oterra Color Trends 2025 Put Four Trends in the Spotlight
Sustainable Textiles Collections
Pallas Textiles Introduces the In Good Company Collection
Conscious Home Cleaners
Iken Clean Launches a New Sustainable Cleaning Solution for Homes
Eco-Friendly Pop-Up Restaurants
The Green Vic is End-to-End Sustainable in London
Biobased Clothing Collections
Coperni’s C+ Collection Merges Regenerative Clothing & Bio Material
Chef-Crafted Vegetable Blends
Diane von Furstenberg Launches OKO
Microplastic-Fighting Fabric Innovation
CiCLO Technology Boosts Biodegradable Textile Adoption
Refillable Skincare Lineups
Fig.1 Beauty Emphasizes Sustainability in Its Packaging
Plastic-Free Laundry Challenges
The Tru Earth Plastic Free July Challenge Reduces Household Waste
Textile-to-Textile Recycled Sneakers
Allbirds Remix is the First Polycotton Recycled Sneaker
Marginalized Artisan-Made Decor
IKEA Presents its Second Instalment of the MÄVINN Collection
Upcycled Cork Sneakers
Each SOLE Jasper Chukka Pair is Made with 52 Recycled Natural Wine Corks
Sustainably Minded Denim Brands
Yoga Jeans Highlights Its Dedication to the Environment
Sustainable Modern Chair Designs
ZEITRAUM Explored Sustainability Through Material & Craftsmanship
Colorful Kitchen Pop-Ups
Primal Kitchen Partners with Pintrest for a Special Initiative
Tubular Paper-Made Snack Packaging
The Sonoco Paper Can is Made with 100% Recycled Fiber
Paper Food Packaging Campaigns
This Koehler Paper Campaign Showcases the Market Shift
Bio-Based Eco-Minded Swimwear
Reformation's New Ref Swim Line Utilizes ECONYL Nylon and EVO
Prairie Fibre Bioplastics
Saskatchewan Polytechnic & EnviroWay Turned Flax into Plastic
Eco-Minded Malaysian Markets
ECO-SHOP Opens its Doors to Sustainability-Focused Malaysian Shoppers
Eco-Minded Workout Wear
H&M Unveils a Sustainable Activewear Line to Combat Fast Fashion
Bio-Based Single-Use Cups
The VeriGreen Plus Was Created by eGreen and Polymateria
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
Hand-Knotted Neutral Rugs
Home and Soul Furniture Introduces Sustainably Designed Home Rugs
Intuitive Countertop Composters
The Vego Kitchen Composter Enhances Home Gardening
Eco-Friendly Spa Capsules
Divana Unveils a New Sustainable Collection Composed of Eight Scents
Farmer-Backed Eco-Friendly Bedding
Coyuchi Uses Climate Beneficial Renegerative Cotton for Bedding
Expanded AI Cleaning Solutions
Plastno Expands its Eco-Friendly Cleaning Line and Debuts an AI App
Sustainable Outdoor Kitchen Designs
Ecoscape Has Introduced a New Range of Outdoor Kitchens
Reusable Cup Programs
Starbucks is Participating in a City-Wide Collaborative Reuse Project
High-Performance Eco-Friendly Dish Soaps
Ecover Power Washing Up Liquid is Gentle on Skin
Sustainable Hospitality Concepts
Riviera Dining Group's CASA NEOS Includes Eco-Friendly Materials
Sustainable Indigenous Apparel Lines
SHEIN Taps Marika Sila for a New Eco-Friendly Capsule
Zero-Waste Knit Collections
&OR Collective's Newest Additions Boast Earthy Tones
Sustainable Turkish Textile Initiatives
ILO Turkiye and Ekodoku Aim to Boost Eco-Friendly Textiles
Paper-Based Earbud Envelopes
Oman Air Transitions to Using Recyclable Paper Envelopes for Earbuds
Miniature Household Cleaners
The 5% Collection by Grove Co. Shares an Important Recycling Reminder
Organic Cotton Bedding Lines
Yumeko Champions Sustainability Using Organic GOTS-Certified Cotton
Business-Friendly Efficient Composting Technologies
Emerald Ecovations Partners with Octoen
Ocean Plastic Laptop Bags
Targus is Expanding its Eco-Friendly Product Offerings
Sustainable Zero Waste Initiatives
LILYSILK is Unveiling a Series of New Zero Waste Initiatives
Shea Butter-Infused Lip Treatments
Kinfield's Lip Rescue Moisturizing Lip Treatment is Recyclable
Modern Living Cleaning Collections
Tineco Boasts New Intelligent Cleaning Devices at CES 2026
Premium Outerwear Collections
Rudsak Combines Sustainable Materials with Rebellious Edge
Affordable Deadstock Apparel
SHEIN Ventures Into Sustainable Production with a 30-Piece Capsule
Sustainable Disposing Initiatives
The Perfume Shop Has Updated Its Recycling System
Recycled Packaging Tray Upgrades
Mondelēz Introduced Recycled Trays Across European Brands
Tree-Free Sustainable Packaging
Craste Uses Crop Residue to Create Eco-Friendly Packaging
Eco-Friendly Paper Towels
Bravo's Paper Towels are Made from 90% Recycled Materials
Recycled Own-Brand Product Packaging
ALDI Washing Up Liquid is Now Packaged in rPET Bottles
Ethical Vehicle Interior Finishes
Renault Interiors Will No Longer Feature Animal Leather
Eco-Conscious Product Lines
Birla Cellulose Designs a Sustainable Apparel Line with Ka-Sha
Eco-Minded Leather Variants
Tata International's New Eco-Friendly Leather Hopes to Spark Change
Sustainable Kitchen Gear
The Legni Collection Brings Playful Utility to Prepping with Wood Tools
Eco-Friendly Whimsical Textile Collections
Pallas Textiles Creates the Sustainable Reve Collection
Cohesive Waste Management Systems
Caraway Home Debuts the Trash & Recycling Collection
Circular Non-Shrink Apparel
John Lewis is Unveiling a 20-Piece Eco-Friendly Clothing Capsule
Sustainable Tableware Ranges
Talking Tables Table Kind is Arriving in the UK
Sustainably Wrapped Gin Bottles
Lind & Lime Gin Launched Reusable Organic Cotton Gift Wrap
Ethical Tea Commercial Campaigns
Clipper Teas Showcases its New Marketing Tactics for 2025
Pre-Loved Clothing Platforms
Zara is Expanding its Pre-Owned Platform for Eco-Shopping
Eco-Conscious Menstrual Solutions
Natracare Debuts the 'First Period Starter Kit'
Pet Gear Recycling Schemes
Pet Supplies Plus & Wag N' Wash Achieve a Recycled Packaging Milestone
Sustainable Side Furniture
The Re Up Side Tables Crafted with Recycled Plastic and Wood
Recycled Carbon-Made Jackets
lululemon Unveils a Jacket Made Partially from Captured Carbon
Festive Eco-Friendly Apparel
EarthyTweens Offers Up a New Clothing Capsule for the Holidays
Sustainably Packaged Cleaning Products
Windex Offers a Multi-Surface Cleaner with Vinegar
Table Linen Collections
Goop Launches a Linen Line with Cabana Featuring an Olive Branch Motif
Eco-Conscious Beauty Lines
dhartii is Introducing a New Beauty & Skincare Category
Bio-Based Packaging Concepts
UPM Specialty Materials and Paramelt Debut Paper-Based Packagings
Color-Centric Kitchen Appliances
Thyme&Table's Refined Colors Accent the Heart of the Home
Sustainable Linen Tank Tops
Alex Crane's Debuted a Sustainable Tank Tee
Eco-Designed Sampling Formats
Sampling Innovations Europe Unveiled Easy Dose
Circular Outerwear Models
Templa's Biodegradable Down Jacket was Made with Allied Feather & Down
Eco-Friendly Kids Lunchware
Duck Duck Books and Duck Duck Eco Goods Unveil a Lunchware Collection
Luxury Utlity Artful Floorwear
kymo Designs the Revvind Collection Highlighting Fiber
Eco-Conscious Workshop Experiences
Six Senses Vana Celebrates Environment Day with its Earth Lab
Ocean-Friendly Seafood Meals
Green Chef's April Recipes Share Seafood Watch-Recommended Seafoods
Eco-Minded Bridal Styles
Eastman and Reformation Unveil a New Sustainable Bridal Capsule
Whimsical Ethically Made Apparel
iClothing Unveils its Bold and Eco-Friendly Sugarhill Collection
Summer-Ready Organic Apparel
Priyankara Launches a Sustainable Organic Cotton Collection
Cost-Efficient Sustainable Bags
Paragon Debuts a New Range of Garbage Bags Made with Plastic Waste