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
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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
DIY Solar Panel Kits
The 'Legion Solar 2' is an Inexpensive Eco Solution
25
Bird-Friendly Seed Bouquets
The Bird Seed Bouquet is a Decorative Way to Attract Avian Visitors
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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Eco-Friendly TV Features
Sony Announced the 'Eco Dashboard' Feature for its 2023 Bravia XR TVs
Anti-Consumption Natural Ads
The 'Girls Just Wanna Grow Plants' Ad Aims to Reducing Consumption
Natural Moss Terrariums
Petite Foret Plus Features Five Tiers for Observing Fresh Moss
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
Nature-Inspired Solar Panel Trees
New World Wind Develops the Aeroleaf Hybrid Technology
Uplifting Gen Z Fashion
Boohoo & Pantone Created a Collection for Mental Health Awareness Month
Indoor Organic Waste Gardens
The Conceptual BOSCH Eco-Hub by Batuhan Duran is Sustainable
Circular Eco-Friendly Minimal Lamps
Enkei Introduces the Sustainable Reminder (001) Lamp
Educational Climate Change Toys
The 'Habitat' Educational Toy Brick Sets Come in Two Options
Eco-Friendly Bath Essentials
Bebo Seeks to Reimagine the Packaging of Kid's Bath Products
Furniture Waste-Made Toys
ÉCAL Students Redefine What a Sustainable Toy Is
Efficient 70s-Style Timepieces
The Citizen Eco-Drive 365 Series Includes Three Styles
Sustainable Rewards Shops
The Nature Valley ReTok Shop Connects People to Back-to-School Supplies
AI-Generated Topic Art
'The Art of Trending’ Creates AI Artwork From Topics Trending on Twitter
Eco Mission-Inspired Bracelets
Ecoalition Launches Eco-Friendly Bracelets to Support Its Mission
High-Tech Eco-Conscious Furniture
The WoodenWood Project Upcycles and Utilizes Robotic Printing
Earth Day-Honoring Apparel Capsules
Christopher RÆBURN Presents the New Earthkeepers Collection
Digital Sustainable Food Solutions
Special Projects Debuts Eco Lenses to Help with Decision-Making
Luxury Skincare Brands
Cozy Earth's Fount Society Emphasizes Natural and Sustainable Products
Ocean-Cleaning Island Cities
Estudio Focaccia Prieto Conceptualizes Self-Sustaining Island Cities
Chalk Streams Exhibits
British Photographer Launches New Photographic Series and London Exhibition
Eco-Friendly Automotive Tires
These Goodyear Sustainable Tires Have Traction-Tracking Treads
Fall-Inspired Home Cleaning Collections
Grove Co. Debuts Its Limited-Edition Traditions Aglow Line
Regenerative Cycling Equipment
The Conceptual 'Energy Keeper' by Sasha Torgova is Eco-Friendly
Eco Strategy Games
Catan - New Energies Puts a Modern, Sustainable Twist on the Strategy Game
Cosmetic Sustainability Projects
LUSH Fresh Handmade Cosmetics Announces Sustainability Initiative
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
Eco Storytelling Workwear Campaigns
Patagonia's We Can Get There From Here Tells is Inspiring
Biodegradable Beauty Packaging
MOB Beauty's Earth-First Packaging Turns into Dirt
Circular Design Challenges
The 'Make It Circular Challenge' Tackles Climate Change
Air-Purifying Tree Sculptures
The 'Tree.ONE' From the ecoLogicStudio is Naturalistic
Sustainable Fashion Stores
Cos Unveils Two Stores in Stockholm and Mexico City
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
Biophilic Air Purifier Collections
ecoLogicStudio Creates the Photo.Synth.Etica Collection
Naturalistic Biophilic Lamp Designs
The Bioo Lamp Turns On and Off by Touching the Succulent
Sustainability-Driven Fashion Campaigns
pitusa's Sustainability Campaign Focuses on Reducing Waste
Mycelium Textile Pavilions
Inhabiting Ecologies Was Part of the 2022 Chart Art Fair
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
Tree-Inspired Solar Panel Systems
The SolarBotanic Energy Tree Works in Public or Private Spaces
Virtual Fantasy-Themed Oceans
Disney Unveils the New Avatar: The Way of Water Eco Project
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
Sustainable QSR Merch Launches
Starbucks Releases Eco-friendly Merch and More for Earth Month
Colorful Aerial Installations
Morag Myerscough Creates Work to Support the Clean Power Campaign
Innovative Seaweed Fabrics
PhycoLabs Harnesses the Potential of Seaweed in Textile Production
Ecological Dual Lampshade Designs
Adam Tihany and Contardi Lighting Design the Air Light
Sustainable Bamboo Home Goods
Ettitude Uses Bamboo Lyocell to Create Sustainable Home Products
Sustainable Artful Local Furniture
PROWL Joins Model No. On the Endless Loop: Waste to Wanted
Soil Alternative-Leather Clothing Capsules
Yuhan Bai Releases the Soil Project Collection
Sustainability Driven Brand Commitments
Humanscale Celebrates Its Growing Ocean Collection in July
Outdoor-Inspired Collaborative Capsules
Merrell 1TRL & Trippin Unveils the Natural Highs Campaign
Nature-Inspired Fall Collections
LIVØM’s Fall Collection Pays Homage to the Earth's Natural Beauty
Nature-Emphasizing Outdoor Campaigns
Craghoppers Introduces Its Spring/SSummer 2024 Collection
Zero-Waste Hi-Tech Premium Fashion
&Or Collective Prepares for Earth Month with New Initiatives
Buy Nothing New Campaigns
The Buy Nothing New Month Campaign Was Launched by Keep Britain Tidy
Ocean Plastic Bag Collections
Out of the Oceans Boasts Stunning Designs & a Sustainable Mission
AI-Powered DIY Home Apps
Praxis Introduces New Features to Its Praxis Plus App
Ethical Ocean-Friendly Apparel
Good for Sunday's 'Save the Ocean' Collection is Organically Made
Eco-Friendly Glam Fashion
The H&M Studio S/S23 Collection Converges Wearability & Glamor
Secondhand Fashion Editorials
Vinted Styled a Shoot Exclusively with Vinted Finds
Aluminum-Packaged Hand Soaps
Grove Co. Debuted New Branding and Packaging
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
Human-Centric Biophilic Designs
Greenmood Develops Acoustic Innovations Stemming from Biophlics
Vegan Gel Nails
Re:soil's Newest Nail Innovation Uses Plant-Derived Materials
Sustainable QSR Litter Adverts
McDonald's Malta Presents New Captivating Eco-Centric Campaigns
Nature-Themed City Apparel
The North Face Launches the Urban Ecology Collection
Contemporary Eco-Conscious Footwear Brands
Juntos Stands Out for Its Commitment to Sustainability
Forest-Protecting Fashion Brand Initiatives
Canopy Leads an Initiative So Save the Forests
Eco-Friendly Cannabis Packaging
Hippo Premium Packaging Earth Friendly Collection is Sustainable
Bio-Based Plastics
Biotic is Developing Biodegradable Plastics from Macroalgae
Animal-Themed Winter Apparel
HUMAN MADE Keeps Things Warm and Cozy for the Fall/Winter 2022 Season
Eco-Friendly Telecom Companies
SK Group Showcased Over 40 Sustainable Technologies at CES 2023
Bendable Battery Designs
Anthro Energy's Flexible Battery Was Showcased at the Beacon Exhibition
Biotech Base Layers
These Bio-Based Base Layers are Made with Planet-Friendly Fabrics
Off-Grid Self-Sufficient Island Homes
Vollebak and Bjarke Ingels Design the Earth House in Canada
Plastic-Free Compostable Sportswear
Community Clothing's Organic Athletic Uses Natural Materials
Eco-Friendly Gin Brand Apparel
The Gray Whale Gin Sustainable Apparel Collection Raises Awareness
Curated Eco-Friendly Marketplaces
Me Mother Earth Boasts Eco Products for Various Purposes
Ethical Alternative Search Engines
'Take Care' Helps Consumers find Companies Focused on Ethics
AI-Curated Art Exhibits
The Woods Art Institute Launches 'The Art of Trending' Exhibit
Artist-Crafted Upcycled Fashion Collections
Noel Mercado Launches the 'Earth Tones' Capsule
Eco-Friendly Pub Guides
Heineken's Green Pub Guide Spotlights Sustainability Efforts
Self-Sustaining Houses
Archiopteryx Designs the People Tree House in Noida, India
Ethical Fashion Search Engines
Bing Launches the 'Ethical Shopping' Hub in the US and Canada
Microplastic Particle-Transformed Designs
The Tyre Collective Creates Products from Particles
Playful Eco-Friendly Tech Accessories
The Samsung Eco-Friends Collection Has 55 Products
Wasteful Fashion Campaigns
Vestiaire Collective Reminded People to Shop Mindfully on Black Friday
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
Slick Eco-Conscious Chair Designs
TAKT Introduces the Soft Lounge Chair Leather
Nature-Inspired Lighting Series
The Team at LFD Official Creates the BIOMES Lighting Capsule
Human Candle Campaigns
These Human Statues of Candle Wax Bring Attention to Youth Burnout
Sustainable Wooden Natural Materials
Studio Yumakano Develops the ForestBank Eco-Friendly Material
Eco Awareness-Themed Fashion
Kenny Scharf Joins PANGAIA On a Special Colorful Collection
Eco-Friendly Baby Diapers
Healthybaby Diapers are Made of Plant-Based Materials
Biophilic Serene Communities
The Biophilic Leadership Summit is Surrounded by Greenery
Biological Recycling Parkas
Stella McCartney & Protein Evolution Create Designs with AI & Biology
Natural Tresspassing Campaigns
Lush and Right to Roam Believe Nature Is For Everyone
Sustainable Carbon-Neutral Eggs
Morrisons Planet Friendly Eggs Feature a Circular Waste Scheme
APPI Eco-Friendly Furniture
Sabai Design is a Sustainable Furniture Disruptor Led by Woman Founder
Locally Focused Visionary Tableware
IKEA's Design Lab Presents the New Products of Place Campaign
Sustainable Private Label Products
CVS Total Home is Introducing Several New Products
Non-Human Multi-Media Exhibitions
Cooking Sections and Sakiya Debut in the Eddy of the Stream
Game-Inspired Sustainable Streetwear
Broken Planet Unveils it new Space Trails Collection
Biodegradable Nail Polishes
Re:soil Nail Polishes are All-Natural and Water-Based
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
Eco-Conscious Web Browsers
Ecosia Has Launched an Eco-Friendly Internet Browser for Clean Energy
Environmental Internship Programs
Patagonia Offers a Work Sabbatical During its Internship
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
Biodegradable Nail Tips
These Vegan Nail Tips Return Back to the Earth
Biomaterial Color-Changing Installations
Crafting Plastics Studio Presents the Sensibiom 2 Exhibit
Natural Environment-Analyzing Drones
The 'eDrone' Captures eDNA From Fallen Branches
Africa-Themed STEM Crafts
Teni & Tayo Offers a Subscription Box of STEM Crafts Inspired by Africa
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
Climate-Conscious Wine Campaigns
California Wines Celebrates Its 13th Annual Down to Earth Month
Eco-Friendly Mobile Accessories
Samsung Unveils its New Eco-Friends Accessory Collection
City-Honoring Furniture Projects
The Symbiotic Urban Furniture Project is Imaginative
Plant-Aiding Hydroponic Systems
turf is an Energy-Harvesting Conceptual Cultivation System
Hotel-Led Vintage Markets
The MOB Hôtel Hosted a Vintage Market, an Eco Conference and Workshops
Dynamic Interactive Lighting Installations
Zava Designs a New Light and Metal Installation
Eco-Friendly Esports Initatives
Esports Insider Launches the 'Carbon Neutral Collective'
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
Sustainable Clothing Collection Collaboartions
Craghoppers and the National Trust Join Forces
Forest-Preserving Brand Initiatives
Three Prominent Chinese Fashion Companies Join Canopy
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