The environment is immensely complicated, making it fertile ground for the September 2017 eco trends. Though the global atmosphere may be suffering, the vastness of the environment means that there are countless ways in which people can contribute to cleaning it up and treating it right.
Waste is one of the biggest problems as far as ecology is concerned. Packaging is an essential part of the global economy, and there's no way around that fact, so producers are working to create more eco-friendly packaging concepts. For instance, Earthcycle's produce packaging is made from pulp fiber that biodegrades into compost, making it a perfectly sustainable system for packaging fruits and vegetables.
Further, iRigenerati, an Italian smartphone repair company, sends phones back to customers in recyclable, one-size-fits-all packaging that greatly reduces its waste output.
Top 70 Eco Trends in September
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Bottomless Electric Aircraft
The AJet-100 Is Cleaner, Greener and Features a Stunning Glass Floor
69
Bamboo Toy Cars
These Eco Toys Made from Bamboo Shoots are Natural, Beautiful and Sustainable
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Luxurious Portable Homes
The Escape ONE XL House on Wheels Features a Stylish Interior
67
Mini Car Brand Homes
The Tesla Tiny House Can be Towed by the Brand's Vehicles
66
Edible Coffee Cups
'Cupffee' Stays Intact While It Holds a Hot Beverage
65
Fair Trade Workwear Collections
The Patagonia Workwear Line is Made With Eco-Friendly Hemp
64
Modified Retro Scooters
Shanghai Customs Modified the Honda Cub into a Stylish Scooter
63
Adaptable Three-Way Bikes
The Sustainable 3-in-1 'LittleBig' Bike Adapts with Growing Children
62
Modular Floating Cabins
The DD16 Floating Cabin Blends Modern Design with Functionality
61
Innovative Hourglass Trains
A Double-Decker Train Repositions the Tracks at the Core of the Cars
60
Reworked Sportswear Collections
These Ksenia Schnaider Designs Remix Athletic Logos and Brands
59
Mobile Self-Powered Bridges
This Energy-Efficient Bridge Can Be Transformed to Sail Around a River
58
Pedal-Powered Commuter Vehicles
Mö is a Solar-Powered Vehicle That Can Be Pedaled Like a Bike
57
Eco Device-Charging Knapsacks
The Numi Solar Panel Backpack Charges Your Devices Out of the House
56
Quick-Charge E-Unicycles
The 'Uno Bolt' E-Unicycle Gives Riders the Freedom to Ride on or Off Road
55
Zero Waste Grocery Stores
Ottawa's 'NU Grocery' Creates Absolutely No Packaging Waste
54
Retractable Restaurant Extensions
This Retractable Wall System Accommodates More Dining Guests
53
Self-Cleaning Green Fish Tanks
'Back to the Roots' Water Garden Grows Organic Herbs and Sprouts
52
Indoor Plant-Watering Systems
'Sanhih' Waters Plants When Users Go Away on Vacation
51
Impossibly Compact Electric Bikes
The 'Jupiter Bike' Has an Extremely Small Form Factor
50
Enchanting Yoga Retreats
The EcoYoga Center Features a Luxurious Bath Beside a Waterfall
49
Curvaceous Wooden Domes
The 'Dome of Visions' Explores Wood as an Eco-Friendly Alternative
48
Crop-Growing Shipping Containers
Freight Farm Grows the Equivalent of Two Acres of Farm Land
47
Solar-Powered Sunglasses
Tiny Solar Panels are Fitted onto These Smart Sunglasses
46
Suspended Zen Gardens
The Marimo Aqua Terrarium Can Spruce Up Boring Office Spaces
45
Sustainable Smartphone Packaging
This Eco-Friendly Box Represents a Company Committed to Reuse
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Kinetic Device-Charging Insoles
The 'StepCharge' Works to Charge Your Devices by Walking
43
Energy-Harnessing Glass Blocks
These Solar Glass Blocks Aim to Naturally Illuminate Buildings
42
Autonomous Magnetic Track Buses
The AGV Bus Concept Boasts a Driverless Design
41
Kid-Carrying Electric Bikes
The Tern GSD Utility eBike Can Carry Ample Cargo with You
40
Seasonal Produce Apps
The 'Seasonal Food Guide' Shows Local In-Season Produce
39
Lightweight Telescopic Caravans
The 'Slidavan Caravan' is Complete with a Telescope Roof
38
Urban Ziplining Experiences
London's Future Forest Offers a 40-Meter Zipline in a Shopping Center
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Lightweight Sustainable Automobiles
Dutch Students Built and Designed This Biodegradable Car
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Decommissioned Fire Hose Wallets
The Recycled Firefighter Money Clip Wallet is Fire and Waterproof
35
Construction Leftover Furniture
The EcoSculpt Studios Furniture is Made from Upcycled Materials
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Pulp Fiber Produce Packaging
Earthcycle's Innovative Containers Can Be Composted
33
Green Tea Batteries
CSIR is Developing Flexible Energy Storage Devices for Wearable Electronics
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Sustainable Sapling-Saving Structures
The Cocoon Tree Plantation Device Addresses Climate Change
31
Plastic Bag-Based Clothing
'Pälemer' Features Clothes and Accessories Derived from Plastic Bags
30
Trash Collection Dispensary Promotions
This Marijuana Dispensary Trades Smokables for Garbage
29
Child-Centric Rooftop Gardens
Brooklyn's Children Museum Has Unveiled a New Green Roof
28
Mini Device Generators
The 'PowerGO ONE' Portable Generator Can Charge All of Your Devices
27
Beer-Holding Speaker Systems
This Outdoor Speaker System Provides Shade for Phones and Beers
26
Home Design-Branded Battery Packs
The IKEA Solar Battery Packs Cut Electricity Bills by 70 Percent
25
Educational Water Events
The Children's Water Festival Highlights the Importance of Conservation
24
Plastic Bottle-Made Shirts
Bottle Thread Offers Apparel That is Friendly to the Environment
23
Waste-Reducing Banana Bars
Snact's Snack Bars Celebrate Ugly Bananas and Compostable Packaging
22
Wonky Produce Deliveries
Oddbox Reduces Food Waste By Selling Unattractive Produce
21
Expansive Bike Storage Spaces
Utrecht Created a Bicycle Parking Garage That Can Hold 6,500 Bikes
20
Floating Eco-Friendly Pools
The Plus Pool Project Received Unexpected Support from Heineken
19
Endearing Mosquito Repellent Designs
BuzzStopper is a 100% Natural Insect-Repelling Spray
18
Electric Mail Delivery Vehicles
The Royal Mail Will Be Trailing 9 Zero Emission Vehicles in London
17
Coffee Creamer Capsules
These Milk and Sugar Capsules Dissolve in Hot Liquid
16
Condensed Cleaning Systems
Greenleaf Makes an Eco Range of Compressed Napkins and Scent Waters
15
Eco-Friendly Cruise Ships
Peace Boat's EcoShip is Sustainable and Features Solar Panel Sails
14
Energy-Generating Solar Sidewalks
Thomson Rivers University is Aiming to Be More Sustainable
13
Eco-Friendly Vegan Toothpastes
The Humble Co Aims to Have a Minimal Impact on the Environment
12
Massive Green-Roofed Bookstores
The 'Book Garden' is the Largest Bookstore in the World
11
Plant-Based Menswear Lines
The Fiber in This Fashionable Menswear Line is Found in Eucalyptus
10
Folding Electric Bikes
Brompton Electric's Collapsible Electric Bike is Portable and Sturdy
9
Broad-Spanning River Developments
Morphogenesis' 'A River in Need' Will Rehabilitate the Ganges
8
Watering Spout Jar Attachments
This Colorful Mason Jar Add-On Helps Plants Flourish
7
Airplane Trolley Minibars
STEEL FUNK Upcycles Real Avation Meal Trolleys Into Drink Carts
6
Smart Water-Conserving Taps
The BrighTap Shows How Much Water is Being Used in Real-Time
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Recycled Aluminum Biofuel Catalysts
Scientists Developed a Solution for Aluminum Foil Waste
4
Experimental Activewear Fabrics
ONU's Newest Collection Explores Fabrics Like Arlyte and Umorfil
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Tech-Infused Patio Umbrellas
The ShadeCraft 'SUNFLOWER' Home Shade Umbrella is Smart
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Sun-Charged Outerwear Jackets
The Volleback Solar Charged Jacket Boasts a Glow-in-the-Dark Design
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Animated Sustainable Beverage Ads
Coca-Cola's Love Story Creates an Ad Made from Recycled Bottles
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Recycled Plastic Tiny Homes
Gary Bencheghib's Home in Bali is Made with 35,000 Plastic Bags
Cooling Mushroom Packaging
Mushroom Packaging Creates Customizable and Compostable Solutions
Upcycled Vintage Sub-Brands
Beyond Retro Founders Unveil New Sub-Label 'Beyond Remade'
Seaweed-Based Shoe Packaging
Ales Grey & Sway Partnered on Sustainable Footwear Packaging
Sustainable Speaker Packaging
Sonos' Packaging Shares a Premium, User-Friendly Experience
Eco-Conscious Beauty Packaging
Albéa Group Boasts Three Flagship Packaging Products
Transparent Waste-Filled Chairs
The 'No Waste Chair' by Kees Dekkers Puts Garbage in the Spotlight
Efficient Composting Systems
Homepost Emphasizes Sustainability, Both in Design and Purpose
Sustainable Cannabis Packaging
Autumn Brands Launched New Branding and Sustainable Packaging
Sustainable Versatile Capsules
Reformation Unveils Sustainable Collection Designed by Camille Rowe
Zero-Waste Vegan Cosmetics
Siita's Biodegradable Plastic Containers Turn Into Organic Compost
Indoor Organic Waste Gardens
The Conceptual BOSCH Eco-Hub by Batuhan Duran is Sustainable
Envelope-Packaged Couch Designs
The 'Couch in an Envelope' is Modular and 100% Recyclable
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
Paper-Made Frozen Food Packaging
PACK'D is Introducing New Recyclable Paper Bags
Recycled Ocean-Bound Plastic Bottles
The Ocean Bottle's GO Bottle Pushes Sustainable Efforts
Hyper-Fast Countertop Composters
The Vitamix FoodCycler Eco 5 Reduces Organic Waste by 90%
Eco Storytelling Workwear Campaigns
Patagonia's We Can Get There From Here Tells is Inspiring
High-Tech Eco-Conscious Furniture
The WoodenWood Project Upcycles and Utilizes Robotic Printing
Digital Sustainable Food Solutions
Special Projects Debuts Eco Lenses to Help with Decision-Making
Biodegradable Mailing Satchels
Better Packaging's comPOST Packs are Biodegradable After 2 Months
Earth Day-Honoring Apparel Capsules
Christopher RÆBURN Presents the New Earthkeepers Collection
Reusable Paper-Made Water Bottles
The 'reU' Reusable Water Bottle Concept is Recyclable
Artichoke Waste Soap Packaging
The 'Packioli' Zero-Waste Packaging by Alara Ertenü is Sustainable
Package Recycling Hubs
Walmart & TerraCycle are Piloting a Recycling Collection Program
Tipping Trash Can Designs
The 'Niko' Trash Bin by Fabio Rutishauser is Sustainable
Plastic-Free Material Databases
A Plastic Planet Launches the PlasticFree Subscription Service
Sustainable Ecommerce Packaging
RollsPack Creates Eco-Sense to Change Sustainable Packaging
Sustainable Luxe Spring Fashion
Stella McCartney Presents a New Capsule for the SS24 Season
Sustainable PET Dairy Packaging
Coop and Emmi Launch the New Sustainable Dairy Packaging
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
Waste-Reducing Produce Stickers
Grey Colombia & Makro's Stickers on Produce Suggest Recipes
Sustainable Wine Bottle Designs
Telmont Unveils Plans to Produce Bottle in Different Green Shades
Seaweed-Crafted Watch Packaging
ID Genève Develops New Sustainable Packaging Solutions
Sustainable E-Commerce Packaging
Dow and P&G China Launch Reduced Weight and Impact Packaging
Sustainability-Driven Fashion Campaigns
pitusa's Sustainability Campaign Focuses on Reducing Waste
Compostable Fragrance Caps
EAUSO VERT Created Industry-First Sustainable Fragrance Packaging
Smashable Biodegradable Cups
GaeaStar Develops a New Cup From Only Three Ingredients
Biodegradable Beauty Packaging
MOB Beauty's Earth-First Packaging Turns into Dirt
Circular Design Challenges
The 'Make It Circular Challenge' Tackles Climate Change
Labelless Water Bottles
Montbest Unveils Labelless Water Bottles for South Korean Consumers
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
Cardboard Cosmetics Refill Pouches
Freshly Refills Reduce Cosmetics Industry Waste
Eco-Friendly Spirit Packaging
Diageo and EcoSpirits Partnered on New Circular Packaging
Recyclable Paper-Made Coffee Packaging
JDE Peet's is Rolling Out Recyclable Coffee Packaging
Clothing Buy-Back Programs
Eileen Fisher Revolutionizes Clothing Recycling with Renew Program
Bio-Based Beauty Packaging
Holmen Iggesund and Yangi Partner for Bio-Based Packaging Solutions
Sustainable Modern Luggage Collections
Samsonite Unveils Its ESSENS Collection
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
Next-Gen Laundry Capsules
Unilever Launches a Powerful and Sustainable Laundry Capsule
Sustainable Skincare Initiatives
Japanese Beauty Brand Kao Upgrades Its Sustainability Initiatives
Upcycled Circular Design Products
Cyrc Designs Expansive Products with Sustainable Themes
Sustainable QSR Merch Launches
Starbucks Releases Eco-friendly Merch and More for Earth Month
Asia-Focused Sustainable Packaging
aCommerce & Johnson & Johnson Create New Sustainable Packaging
Zero-Waste Hi-Tech Premium Fashion
&Or Collective Prepares for Earth Month with New Initiatives
Sustainable Natural Wine Boxes
Big Naturals Offers a Premium Tasting Experience in Eco Packaging
Retailer E-Waste Disposal Programs
Staples Canada & eCycle Solutions are Redefining Tech Recycling
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
Sustainably-Focused Experimental Fashion
Noki & the NESTT Showcase an Upcycled Fashion Collection
Plastic-Reduced Handwash Bottles
PZ Cussons Taps Terracycle to Create Refillable Packaging
Compostable Foodservice Packaging
The Eco-Products GreenStripe Line Has New Bags and Wraps
Holiday-Scented Cleaning Products
Grove Co. Launched a Festive Collection of Cleaning Products
Reusable Packaging Initiatives
PepsiCo Has Announced a New Packaging Goal
Recyclable Hardware Packaging
Nokia is Adopting Lighter Recyclable Packaging for Circularity
PCR Soil Packaging
Back to the Roots Creates Soil Packaging from Post-Consumer Recycled Plastic
Reimagined Sustainable Menswear
22Ahead Has Relaunched Its Eco-Friendly Menswear With New Benefits
Sustainable Produce Packaging
These Cascades Eco-Friendly Produce Baskets are Recycled
Intricate Food Waste Teahouses
Mitsubishi Jisho Design Uses Food Waste Materials for Its Pavilion
Sustainable Artful Local Furniture
PROWL Joins Model No. On the Endless Loop: Waste to Wanted
Monthly Eco-Friendly Cleaning Boxes
Blueland's Three Subscriptions are Tailored for Home Cleaning
Eco-Conscious Scotch Packaging
This New Laphroaig Packaging Cuts Emissions by 30%
Compostable Foodservice Packaging
The Better Earth Farmer’s Fiber Collection is Being Expanded
Biodegradable Vegan Soap Packaging
Alara Erthnii Designs the Packioli Soap Packaging
Dino-Themed Water Cartons
Boxed Water is Taking a Bite Out of Pollution with Jurassic World
Pet Store Recycling Initiatives
The Pet Supplies Plus Recycle Program Features TerraCycle
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
Sustainable Packaging Brands
Flourish® Utilizes Recycled Content and Safe Forestry Practices
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
Eco-Friendly Alt Milk Packaging
Califia Farms Packaging Now Features 100% Recycled Plastic
Aluminum-Packaged Hand Soaps
Grove Co. Debuted New Branding and Packaging
Eco-Conscious Deodorant Packaging
Respectueuse Utilizes EnviroStick Packaging to Promote Recycling
Sustainable Technology Accessories
The Samsung Galaxy x MSFTSrep Eco-conscious Collection is Chic
Eco-Friendly Wine Bottles
Aegg Introduces Two New Wine Bottle Designs at Imbibe Live
Eco-Friendly Smartphones
HMD Announced Three New Nokia Phones as Eco-Friendly Options
Sustainable Potato Bags
'Brown Bag Potatoes' Get a New Sustainable Bag for E-Commerce Packaging
Sustainable QSR Litter Adverts
McDonald's Malta Presents New Captivating Eco-Centric Campaigns
Curbside Waste Bags
TerraCycle Launches a New Zero Waste Bag for Hard-to-Recycle Waste Streams
Sustainable Beauty Programs
NUDESTIX Partners with the Canopy Project to Reach Tree-Planting Goal
Sustainable Cereal Packaging
Weetabix Now Features Fully Recyclable Packaging
Eco-Friendly Cannabis Packaging
Hippo Premium Packaging Earth Friendly Collection is Sustainable
Green Thermoformed Cardboard Trays
Cascades Launches Innovative Packaging for Fresh Produce
Recyclable Paper Packaging Initiatives
Walmart is Swapping to Recyclable Packaging on All Channels
Plastic-Free Personal Care Products
Community Goods Touts Eco-Friendly Solutions and Packaging
Circular Packaging Facilities
Again Launched 'CleanCell' and 'Tag' for the Circular Economy
Recyclable Trick-or-Treat Bags
Mars and Rubicon are Tackling Halloween Packaging Waste
Eco-Friendly Burger Packaging
GreenDustries' PleatPak Packaging Blends Sustainability and Function
Compostable Denim Packaging Trials
Levi's Rolls out Hybrid Polybags as a Sustainable Packaging
Plastic-Free Solid Cosmetics
ATTITUDE's Solid Makeup Line is Housed in Biodegradable Packaging
Curated Eco-Friendly Marketplaces
Me Mother Earth Boasts Eco Products for Various Purposes
AR Secondhand Shops
American Eagle Outfitters' RE/AE Shop Spotlights Sustainable Goods
Electronic Packaging-Made Stools
Razeen Mohammed Designs the Portable EDGAR Stool
Drop-Off Recycling Stations
SIG's Recycle for Good Program Encourages Waste Reduction
Carbon Neutral Sustainable Backpacks
GROUNDTRUTH Launches the 38L Hybrid Duffle Pack
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
Low-Waste Shopping Solutions
ASDA, Avery Berkel & Hanshow are Enhancing Sustainability in the UK
Upcycled Ingredient Meal Kits
The Green Chef Earth Month Selects Menu Has 12 Options
Eco-Friendly Styrofoam Furniture
we+ Designs the New Range of Recyclable Sleek Furniture
Low-Impact Cosmetics Packaging
Vetroplas Packaging Unveils a New Eco Packaging Range
Sustainable Supplement Packaging
This New Touchstone Essentials Packaging is Made with Bio-PPE
Eco Fashion Shipping Initiatives
Olive Reusable Packaging Keeps Clothes Out of Landfills
Recyclable Takeout Packaging Services
Uber Eats Begins the Reusable Packaging Trials in London
Sustainable Technical Fashion
Napajiri Launches the Be Out There Capsule for the FW22 Season
Sustainable Private Label Products
CVS Total Home is Introducing Several New Products
Revised QSR Packaging Policies
YUM Brands Unveils a New Packaging Policy for its Restaurants
Circular Sustainable Apparel
The PANGEA Mangrove Sunglasses Help Fund the Mangrove Cleanup
Eco-Conscious Juice Boxes
Simple Times Mixers Supports Curbside Recycling with its New Packaging
Food Waste-Combatting Smart Stickers
Grey Colombia Unveils a Set of Progressive Produce Stickers
Reduced Plastic Deli Packaging
The Volpi Eco-Pack™ Has 80% Less Plastic Than Alternatives
Eco-Friendly Pasta Campaigns
Barilla Celebrates World Pasta Day with a New Campaign Initiative
Sustainable Furniture Services
IKEA's As-is Service Connects Shoppers to Gently Used Products
Pet Product Takeback Services
PetSmart Unveils the New Sustainable Pet Product Takeback Programs
Climate-Conscious Wine Campaigns
California Wines Celebrates Its 13th Annual Down to Earth Month
Sustainable Growing Containers
The HC Companies Debuts the Revamped Horticultural Containers
Eco-Friendly Meal Kit Initiatives
Blue Apron and Planet FWD Have Partnered for a Net-Zero Goal
Plastic-Free Design Platforms
A Plastic Planet Debuts a Platform for Designers to Go Plastic-Free
Paper Packaging Recycle Stations
Co-cre8 Debuts the New Paper Cup Collection and Recycling Service
Eco-Friendly Mobile Accessories
Samsung Unveils its New Eco-Friends Accessory Collection
Hotel-Led Vintage Markets
The MOB Hôtel Hosted a Vintage Market, an Eco Conference and Workshops
Leather Waste Beanbag Chairs
Studio Simone Post Joins Yoon Seok-Hyeon on Four-Tenths
Sustainable Service Industry Toolkits
RECOUP Has Launched a New 'Bring it Back' Toolkit with PECT
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