Would you be willing to forego Google in favor of a green search engine? Ecosia, a search engine committed to donating 80% of its income to a Brazilian tree planting program, is betting that you will. The German company is looking to expand into the United States and around the world, advertising its services with the tagline, the 'Green Google Alternative.'
The funds being donated come from eco advertising and click-throughs, which will support The Nature Conservancy. This is an essentially effortless way to get the information you are looking for while also saving the rain forest and making a difference. The difference will be tangible, as the green search engine will include a tree counter demonstrating the number of trees planted.
Tree Planting Search Sites
Ecosia is an Expanding, Socially Conscious, Green Search Engine
Trend Themes
1. Green Search Engines - Opportunity for businesses to create environmentally-friendly search engines that contribute to social causes.
2. Socially Conscious Advertising - Opportunity for businesses to incorporate social and environmental causes into their advertising strategies.
3. Eco-friendly Technology - Opportunity for businesses to develop and market technology that promotes sustainability and environmental conservation.
Industry Implications
1. Search Engine - Search engine companies can explore the concept of donating a portion of their income to environmental causes.
2. Advertising - Advertising agencies can tap into the growing trend of socially conscious advertising and incorporate environmental initiatives.
3. Technology - Technology companies can focus on developing eco-friendly solutions and products that align with sustainability goals.