For some reason, people like to enforce the artificial dichotomy of humans versus nature, but the October 2017 eco trends make it clear that such a distinction is fully artificial. Everything living and inanimate alike is natural to some extent, even things wrought entirely by humans. Cities form their own ecosystems, and humans clearly have a massive impact on the global environment as a whole, as is clear in the proliferation of eco trends from this month alone.
While some might make an argument for the above meaning that humans can have free reign over the environment as a whole, it's more logically consistent to think of the argument as one that encourages people to work in harmony with the surrounding life, just as life tends to work cooperatively to sustain an ecosystem. Some people have indeed found ways to maintain progress without damaging the environment. British Airways' jet fuel, for example, is produced partially from household garbage.
Top 75 Eco Trends in October
74
Luxurious Portable Homes
The Escape ONE XL House on Wheels Features a Stylish Interior
73
Futuristic Food Pop-Ups
IKEA's 'Space10' Lab is Opening a Six Day Food Production Pop-Up
72
Energy-Positive Eco-Resorts
The Nautilus Eco-Resort Embraces Sustainable Architectural Designs
71
Temporary Housing Sheds
Affordable Accommodation Can Be Found in Vacant London Buildings
70
Versatile Wooden Packaging
A Coffee and Spices Package Collection Reduces Waste and Enhances Use
69
Futuristic Waterfall-Inspired Sinks
The Water Curtain Features Embedded Size-Detecting Sensors
68
Lego-Like Gardens
The Modular Growmore System Makes Creative Gardening Accessible
67
Ethereal Bulb-Like Lamps
The E.P. Light Offers a Mesmerizing Design
66
Artificial Urban Beehives
The 'Beekeeper' Beekeeping System Offers a Spot for Bees to Flourish
65
Hobbit-Inspired Homes
This Grotto Home Encourages Occupants to Get In Touch with Nature
64
Smokeless Camper Fire Pits
The BioLite 'FirePit' Eliminates Smoke While Also Charging Your Phone
63
Seashell Bow Ties
'Stedbee' Seashell Bow Ties are Unique Wearable Accessories
62
Naturalistic Eco Card Carriers
The 'SHMEER' Wallet is a Functional Yet Eco-Friendly Accessory
61
Zero-Packaging Grocery Stores
The Zero Waste Shop Makes You Bring Your Own Food Containers
60
Futuristic Carsharing Concepts
The Smart Vision EQ Concept EV is Self-driving and All-electric
59
Climate-Responsive Structures
'Air Houses' are Environmentally Compatible Art Installations
58
Electric Solar-Powered RVs
Dethleffs' 'e.home' is an Electric RV Covered in Thin-Film Solar Cells
57
Mess-Free Dosing Caps
This Dosing Cap From Raepak Gives Exact Measurements
56
Natural Litter Subscriptions
Litterbox's Service Simplifies One-Time and Monthly Ordering
55
Seasonal Produce Apps
The 'Seasonal Food Guide' Shows Local In-Season Produce
54
Cardboard Furniture Showrooms
The Karton Group Showroom Offers a Unique Cardboard Collection
53
Urban Ziplining Experiences
London's Future Forest Offers a 40-Meter Zipline in a Shopping Center
52
Stylishly Modified Electric Vehicles
The Unplugged Performance Tesla Model 3 is Sporty and Speedy
51
Biodegradable Seed-Ingrained Plates
Papelyco by Lifepack Offers Unique Disposable Plates
50
Sleek Electric Station Wagons
The Alcraft GT is Designed for Practicality and Performance
49
Biodegradable Household Objects
'This Is Temporary' Examines Permanent vs Disposable Items
48
Humongous Solar Parks
This Dubai Facility Will Be the World's Largest Single-Site Solar Park
47
Modular Eco Activation Kiosks
The 'Cubox' Pop-Up Kiosks Have a Customizable Interior
46
Induction Charging Electric Vehicles
The Mercedes-Benz Concept EQA Offers Ample Charging Options
45
Efficient Water-Purifying Bottles
The Ecomo Bottle Can Purify Unsafe Water in 5 Seconds
44
Lockable Bike Baskets
The 'Buca Boot' is Like a Car Trunk for Your Bike
43
Miniature Electric Cars
Mini Used 3D Printing to Realize the 'Mini Electric Concept'
42
Biopolymer Plastic Bottles
Raepak's Biopolymer Bottles are Manufactured from Sugarcane Waste
41
Lightweight Folding Eco Cutlery
The Esbit Folding Titanium Utensils Deter Disposable Use
40
Smart Waste Receptacles
Bin-e Automatically Sorts Trash and Deposits It In The Right Place
39
Fly-Trapping Coffee Cups
The 'Fly Trap Lid' Extends the Life of the Disposable Coffee Cup
38
Green Tea Batteries
CSIR is Developing Flexible Energy Storage Devices for Wearable Electronics
37
Autonomous Sun-Seeking Plant Bots
The 'Plantoid' Acts Like a Roomba for Your Indoor Plants
36
Upcycled 3D-Printed Sunglasses
w.r.yuma Offers the First Ever 3D-printed Sunglasses of This Kind
35
Gargantuan Electric Dump Trucks
This Komatsu Truck is the World's Biggest Electric Vehicle
34
Sustainable Macadamia Drinks
Milkadamia Makes "Milk" with Nuts Sourced from "Free-Range Trees"
33
Interaction-Encouraging Planters
The 'Biome' Urban Planter Can be Interacted with via an App
32
Sporty Eco Car Makeovers
The 2018 Bmw i3S is Designed to Be Fun to Drive
31
Colorful Insect Abodes
Boleslav Daska's "Insect Hotels" Offer Vibrant Bug-Friendly Spaces
30
Bat-Locating Apps
The Echo Meter App Helps the General Public Track and Collect Data on Bats
29
DIY Soap Makers
'Re-Q' Recycles Old Soap and Water into Brand New Bars
28
Transformed Suburban Centers
Bijlmerbajes Prison is Transforming into a Pedestrian-Friendly Square
27
Closed-Loop Shower Systems
'Flow Loop' Introduces a Shower That Filters and Recirculates Water
26
Bird-Friendly Seed Bouquets
The Bird Seed Bouquet is a Decorative Way to Attract Avian Visitors
25
DIY Solar Panel Kits
The 'Legion Solar 2' is an Inexpensive Eco Solution
24
Vegan Fantasy-Inspired Shoes
These Star Wars-Themed Silver Resistance High Tops are Ethically Made
23
Insect-Inspired Solar Cells
Stanford Scientists Designed a Solar Panel Cell Modeled After Bug Eyes
22
Pocket-Fitted Solar Lamps
'Diamond Lamps' Offer Illumination to Those with Limited Access to Light
21
Electric Mail Delivery Vehicles
The Royal Mail Will Be Trailing 9 Zero Emission Vehicles in London
20
Angular Air-Purifying Buildings
Berlin's 'Sapphire' Can Clean Itself and the Air Around It
19
Analytical Soil Sensors
Viridex's Sensor Network Brings Automation to the Agriculture Industry
18
Upcycled Flat-Pack Furniture
Pentatonic Creatively Repurposes Waste to Disrupt Consumption Culture
17
Massive Green-Roofed Bookstores
The 'Book Garden' is the Largest Bookstore in the World
16
Plastic Bottle-Recycled Shirts
Señor Seagull Offers Shirts Made From Plastic Bottles
15
Sustainable Grain-Based Beverages
The Canvas Collection is a Series of Beverages Based in Barley
14
Fruit-Based Lip Balms
FRUU's Sustainable Lip Balms are Made from Discarded Fruit
13
Urban Beekeeper Accessories
The 'BiBo Hotel' Wooden Beehives Offer a Spot for Bees to Rest
12
Anti-Poaching Sensors
This Animal Poaching Prevention Effort Uses IoT and LPWAN Technologies
11
Compact Solar Chargers
Better Current's 'Jenni' Makes Solar Technology Accessible for Home Use
10
Watering Spout Jar Attachments
This Colorful Mason Jar Add-On Helps Plants Flourish
9
Socially Conscious Coffee Lines
The National Geographic 'Coffees of the World' are 100% Organic
8
Airplane Trolley Minibars
STEEL FUNK Upcycles Real Avation Meal Trolleys Into Drink Carts
7
Molten Salt Nuclear Reactors
'Transatomic' Has Created a New Type of Nuclear Reactor
6
Free-From Tea Biscuits
Rhythm 108's Cookies for Tea are Made Without Gluten and Dairy
5
Collapsable Bamboo Purses
The Lilleth Bag is Made from Natural Bamboo and Can Be Folded Flat
4
Retired Airplane Salons
The Runway Studios Luxury Salon Offers Services in a Real Plane
3
Compact Delivery E-Vehicles
The DELIVER-E Looks to the Future of Delivery in Urban Centers
2
Sustainable Waste-Based Vodkas
Misadventure & Co Creates Its Vodka from Old Bread Products
1
Garbage-Derived Jet Fuels
British Airways Wants to Use Fuel Extracted From Household Garbage
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Pet Day Essentials
Earth Rated Celebrates Pet Day with a Thoughtful Promotion
Eco-Friendly Ruggest Digital Watches
G-SHOCK's G5600BG-5 Timepiece has a Sustainable Build
Intelligent Anti-Food Waste Systems
The 'FoodTusker' Reminds Users to Eat Leftovers
Sustainable Light Designs
MIT Design Intelligence Lab Debuts the Geolectric Lantern
Sober October Campaigns
Kit NA Brewing Launched 'Under Your Own Influence Sober October'
Recycling-Focused Store Concepts
COS Adopts Recycled Materials to Enhance its New Store Locations
Pet-Powered Beauty Campaigns
e.l.f. Cosmetics' Animal Intelligence Redefines "AI"
Nature Aesthetic Tech Accessories
CASETiFY x Pinterest Drop the 'Wilderkind Collection'
Eco-Conscious Hotel Amenities
Groupe GM Launches a 0% Plastic Amenities Collection for Hotels
Nature-Inspired Appliance Installations
Fisher & Paykel Unveils Nature—ritual at EuroCucina 2026
Eco-Friendly Offices
Office@27 by Sanjay Puri Architects is Enhanced by Ancient Indian Principles
Futuristic Imaginative Design Concepts
Toyota Introduces the Unique E-Collection of Products
Glowing Organic-Waste Sustainable Lamps
NOI Creative Designs the LANOVA TERRA Biowaste Table Lamp
Avant-Garde Biomimicry Fashion Designs
Iris Van Herpen Debuts the Fall 2025 Haute Couture Capsule
Urban Ecological Design Projects
Henning Larsen Designs Bidadari Park in Singapore
Modular Wildlife Habitats
Wonder Blocks Creates a Thriving Ecosystem for Plants, Insects & More
Luxurious Eco-Conscious Amenities
Aeroflot is Launching Eco-Friendly Amenity Kits for Passengers
Nature-Centered City Campaigns
Visit Seattle Launches 'Mother Nature’s City'
Shape‑shifting Retreats
This Modular Off‑Grid House Adapts to Natural Sites with Expandable Walls
Family-Focused Cleaning Campaigns
ECOS Celebrates Life's Beautiful Chaos with Little Messes Ad
Advanced Sustainable Energy Solutions
EBL Showcases Its Latest Innovations at CES 2025
Bee Habitat Billboards
Disney x National Geographic Bee Billboards Double as Shelters
Therapeutic Nature-Inspired Campaigns
Craghoppers Introduces Its Autumn/winter 2024 Campaign
Unconventional Vehicle Control Ads
BMW Launched its 'Heart of Joy' Campaign Featuring an Octopus
Biomimetic Fashion Lines
Nonhuman Life is a Collection by P.Andrade Inspired by Organic Forms
Organic Ancient Design Furniture
The Earth To People Furniture Collection is Naturally Crafted
Waste-Minimizing Household Cleaners
The Grove Co. Spring Collection Has a Special Launch Partner
Eco Living Vertical Towers
The Eden Rise Vertical Eco Living Community Integrates Food Production
Heartwarming Life-Tech Apparel
nanamica Introduces a New Collection for Spring/Summer 2025
Earth-Inspired Special-Edition Tofu Packaging
Pulmuone Emphasizes Its Commitment to Sustainability
Performance Plant-Powered Bodycare
Nature of Things Delivers Luxe, Transparent Formulas
Design Journey Picture Books
FormaFantasma’s the Down Under Traces Australia’s Eco-Design Story
Plant-Powered Biological Electricity
Alinti Creates Green Energy from Living Photosynthesis
Nature-Connected Lifestyle Campaigns
Wild Planet Has Launched Its 'Go Wild' Campaign
Purpose-Driven Wellness Brands
Koala Eco is Reflecting on Its Business Growth and Trajectory
Orange Peel Waste-Made Lamps
Alkesh Parmar Designs the Sustainable Apeel Pendant Lamp
Free-From Household Cleaners
Cosy Cottage Multi Surface Eco Cleaner is Harsh Chemical-Free
Anti-Water Waste Cleaning Campaigns
The Ecover 'Waste No Space' Campaign Encourages Conservation
Tourism Energy Villages
Goa Government Pilots Net Positive, Low-Impact Tourism Clusters
Welcome Gift Design Kits
Earth’s Hatch Kit Reimagines a Welcome Gift with Practical Home Tools
Inspiring Food Color Reports
Oterra Color Trends 2025 Put Four Trends in the Spotlight
Eco‑tiny Sanctuarys
The TIGÍN Tiny Homes Reimagine Starter Living with a Hemp-Clad Design
Shopping Basket Voting Systems
WWF Japan Engages Shoppers on Sustainability in a Novel Way
Smart Home Energy Technologies
EcoFlow Leads in Smart Home Energy Tech at Ces 2026
Conscious Home Cleaners
Iken Clean Launches a New Sustainable Cleaning Solution for Homes
Strong Bamboo Towels
Panda Eco Paper is Made with Renewable 100% Organic bamboo
Ecosystem Restoration Platforms
Green Wedge Helps You Reduce Carbon Footprint Through Restoration
Environmental Action Platforms
Clean Something For Nothing™ Helps Track And Scale Cleanup Efforts
Microplastic-Fighting Fabric Innovation
CiCLO Technology Boosts Biodegradable Textile Adoption
Results-Driven Natural Skincare
Britto Skin Shares the Power of Plant-Based Actives
Eco AI Chats
Earthly Insight Combines AI Chat with Tree-Planting and Eco Impact
Modernism-Themed Residence Collections
Lindal Homes Presents its Evolve Collection of Homes
Organic Furniture Collections
Ensemble Translates Nature into Sculptural Seating in Collaboration
Sustainably Minded Denim Brands
Yoga Jeans Highlights Its Dedication to the Environment
Organically Printed Homes
The Lib Earth House Showcases Soil-Based 3d Printing Custom Living
Naturally Derived Cleaning Solutions
The Lab Co. Introduced Three New Products for Home Cleaning
Immersive Climate Installations
Remembering the Future at MIT Museum Explores Environmental Paths
Carbon-Mitigating Travel Tours
EF Ultimate Break's Andiamo Campaign Targets Gen Z and Millennials
Inclusive Self-Tanning Products
Peta Jane Beauty's Self Tanners are Eco-Certified and Organic
Monarch Butterfly-Inspired Digital Billboards
LG Electronics Expands Its Endangered Species Series
Sleek Pollution-Reducing Paints
ECOS Delivers Air-Purifiying Paints for the Eco-Conscious Consumer
Eco-Minded Malaysian Markets
ECO-SHOP Opens its Doors to Sustainability-Focused Malaysian Shoppers
Eco-Conscious Canned Water
Wenlock Spring's Revamped Cans Appeal to Gen Z
Hand-Knotted Neutral Rugs
Home and Soul Furniture Introduces Sustainably Designed Home Rugs
Eco-Friendly Spa Capsules
Divana Unveils a New Sustainable Collection Composed of Eight Scents
Curated Resale Storefronts
eBay's The NYC Edit Storefront Shares Tastemaker Selections
Urban Egg Installations
The Diesel Human-Sized Egg Installations Bring Playful Fashion to Milan
Sustainable Outdoor Kitchen Designs
Ecoscape Has Introduced a New Range of Outdoor Kitchens
Real-Time Trending Spot Features
Roadtrippers Introduces the Trending Spots Feature to Its App
Emerging Market Insights
Rising Trends Helps Discover Hidden Markets And Business Opportunities
Stylish Everyday Frames
Zenni Optical Introduced 'EcoBloomz' as a Sustainable Option
Tech-Advanced Biodiversity-Monitoring Programs
Huawei and IUCN Launch Tech4Nature Project
Silent Nature Campaigns
Jeep Promotes Its Cherokee Hybrid with Quiet Wildlife Photography
Eco-Conscious Rain-Harvesting Headwear
Mijoda Dajomi Created the Daughters of Rain Series
Zero-Waste Knit Collections
&OR Collective's Newest Additions Boast Earthy Tones
Outdoor Ecosystem Campaigns
Kodiak x Vital Ground Foundation Present the 'Keep It Wild' Campaign
Sustainable Turkish Textile Initiatives
ILO Turkiye and Ekodoku Aim to Boost Eco-Friendly Textiles
Eco-Conscious Production Facilities
Soorty Enterprises Achieves SBTi Validation for Its Eco Goals
Sustainability-Focused International Strategies
Haier Group Expands Sustainable Ecosystems
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
Biophilic Mountain Retreats
The Villa Prakriti Biophilic Merges Design with Its Landscape
Fact-Checking AI Tools
Truly Provides Fact-Checked Insights On Economics, Climate & Politics
Sustainable Data Centers
Amazon Invests in Eco-Friendly Infrastructure and Energy Systems
All-Season Merino Tees
natclo Debuts with That One Tee: Ethically Eco-Friendly from New Zealand
Conscientious Tourism Campaigns
Evaneos Advocates Against Overtourism in a New Campaign
Sustainability-Focused Adventure Gear
Sympl Aims to Revolutionize Adventure Gear Design
Sustainable Energy-Focused Journals
CAT and Springer Nature Strive to Connect Science and Industry
Canadian Eco-friendly Phone Cases
Pela's Sustainable Approach to Phone Case Trends
Palaeolithic Art-Inspired Collections
Taras Yoom Unveils a New Capsule Dubbed Echoes of Time
Living Structure-Based Pavilions
The Picoplanktonics is This Year's Canada Pavilion
Sustainable Eco Towns
Telangana is a Sustainable Eco-Town Inspired by Japan's Kitakyushu City
Urban Climate Solutions
Climate Tech Cities Connects Climate Professionals with Resources & Events
Sustainability-Focused Cultivated Meat Partnerships
Meatable Announces Its Plans to Collaborate
Responsive Light Museums
teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi Turns Environment into Evolving Digital Art
Tree-Based Material Products
Wax Atelier's Abney Effect Features Objects Made by Bio-Based Waxes
In-Game Tree-Planting Initatives
Dots.eco & Candivore Debut an Eco Initiative for Match Masters
Ethical Vehicle Interior Finishes
Renault Interiors Will No Longer Feature Animal Leather
Air-Infused Material Experiments
Project Ara Explores Air and Biomimicry as Lightweight Material
Climate Change Betting Apps
Climate Bet Lets Users Wager Points on Future Climate Predictions
Environmental Film Platforms
Patagonia Films Emphasizes the Power of Storytelling
Sustainable Knitwear Ranges
ARKET Introduced NATIVE Regenerative Wool in its Latest Collection
Native Plant-Focused Initiatives
World Wildlife Fund Canada Partners with Loblaw Companies
Branded Social Impact Initiatives
Youth To The People Unveils the Community To The People Program
Integrated Wellness Retreats
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay Launches a Nature-Based Performance Program
Urban Greening Platforms
Urban Green Helps You Adopt Plants and Make Your City More Sustainable
Interactive Marine Ecosystem Sculptures
Randi Renate & Beatriz Chachamovits Protect Ecosystems
Ethical Tea Commercial Campaigns
Clipper Teas Showcases its New Marketing Tactics for 2025
Eco-Friendly Timepiece Stores
Heinemann Oceania Unveils Two Sustainable Concept Stores
Eco-Friendly Tourism Campaigns
Dominica Launches a New Tourism Campaign Dubbed 'Nature of Love'
Tree-Planting Drink Campaigns
The Human Bean links beverage sales to global reforestation efforts
Biomaterial Interior Design
Spring Studio Forms Sustainable Interiors for World Heritage Centre
Eco-Friendly Modular Refugee Shelters
AllSpace has Designed a Special Shelter Prototype
Tree-Planting Spa Initiatives
Sabai Thai Spa Introduced an Environmental Sustainability Program
Living Moss Humidifiers
The Moss Humidifier Concept Boasts Living Ecology with Home Wellness
Eco-Conscious Beauty Lines
dhartii is Introducing a New Beauty & Skincare Category
Outdoor Engagement Apps
Nature Unlock Encourages Breaks From Screens Through Outdoor Activity
Nature-Inspired Modern Furniture
Alcarol Introduces its IMPRINT Collectio in Milan
Tree Sap-Binding Timber Furniture
Earth to People Introduces Salvage and Sap Collection
90s Grunge-Inspired Fall Apparel
& Other Stories Launches 'The October Collection'
Curated Film Selections
The Planet Classroom Network Debuts Nine Short Films in October
Nature-Inspired Lifestyle Design
SuperNatural Explores How Organic Phenomena Can Shape Objects
Platform Infrastructure Projects
Enviromates Launches the Enviromates.earth Platform
Wildlife Conservation Decor Ranges
The IKEA SANDLÖPARE Collection is African Savannah-Inspired
Sustainable Transportation System Concepts
Xiqiao Wang Designed the Eco-Friendly TREO Concept
Green Roof-Topped Circular Villas
Sou Fujimoto Designed the EARTH Villa in Okinawa Prefecture
Sustainable Country Homes
The Three Oaks Farm Redefines Low-Impact Living in Sussex Countryside
Plant Pod-Inspired Pendant Lights
Sujeet Kakad Designs the Nature Inspired Pendant Light
Modern Food Preservation Units
Matéo Robin Designs the Totem Food Preservation Unit
Thatched Roof Wildlife Retreats
Ma+rs Serenity Retreat Anchors Hillside Residence in New Zealand
Spring Cleaning Challenges
eBay's List to £1K Supports a Fresh Start with AI Listing Features
Ocean-Friendly Seafood Meals
Green Chef's April Recipes Share Seafood Watch-Recommended Seafoods
High-Profile Festive Marketplace
Naturally New York Launches the Second Annual Holiday Bazaar
Event-Centric Camping Experiences
Huttopia Hosts World Cup Viewing and Activities at Its Campsites
Slender Alley Dwelling Revivals
The Brown House Uses Ecological Materials to Redefine Urban Infill
Eco-Friendly Mobile Networks
Meaningful Planet Lets You Support Nature with Every Mobile Contract
Green Career Marketplaces
Find Environmental Roles Easily With Environmental Job Boards Platform
Biocentric Lighting Systems
BrainLit Mimicks the Natural Light Cycle to Enhance Well-Being