Sugar Moderation
Self-Sustained
Green
Businesses are providing self-sustaining products that also offer convenience.
Trend
What is the Self-Sustained Green trend?
Self-Sustained Green: Now it is more accessible than ever to make green, sustainable choices. Having a green thumb is no longer necessary as self-watering and self-nurturing planter and pod systems offer consumers a low maintenance way to be eco. Other outlets such as architecture and personal food production are also incorporating self-sustaining green features increasingly.
Trend themes
Themes within the Self-Sustained Green trend
Three behaviours holding the trend togetherSelf-sustaining products
Consumers are turning to low maintenance, self-sustaining planter and pod systems for eco-friendly living, and businesses are answering the growing demand
Urban gardening
The rise of urban gardening has resulted in inventive products and systems for indoor gardening, with a focus on compact and easy-to-maintain designs
Innovative hydroponic and aeroponic technology
The use of innovative hydroponic and aeroponic technology in indoor gardening products, combined with the demand for self-sustaining solutions, is driving the development of new devices
Industry implications
What the Self-Sustained Green trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookHome and garden
The home and garden industry can benefit from the development of self-sustaining products and indoor gardening solutions that meet the growing demand for eco-friendly living
Sustainable agriculture
Sustainable agriculture can use the technology developed in indoor gardening for the production of food efficiently and sustainably
Smart home technology
The development of indoor gardening pods that integrate with smart home technology can provide consumers with the convenience of low maintenance plants and the benefits of connected devices
Trend signals
Trend signals for Self-Sustained Green
Trend score 4.2 out of 10, from popularity 72%, activity 47%, freshness 8%.
- Gen Alpha (not a primary audience)
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X
- Boomer (not a primary audience)
Evidence
Examples of the Self-Sustained Green trend
4 featured examples from Oct 17, 2012 to Apr 16, 2013Indoor Gardening Pods
The FreshWall Design System Allows One to Grow Plants Within Their Home
The FreshWall design system creates opportunities for the home gardening industry to develop innovative products and services for indoor gardening enthusiasts.
Fishtank-Planter Hybrids
The Aquaponics Garden Feeds Fish Excretion to Herbs for Nutrients
Aquaponics Gardens are disrupting the traditional agriculture industry by providing a sustainable and self-sufficient method of growing crops.
Blackboard Herb Gardens
The Chalkboard Wall Planter Lets You Label Your Leaves
The Chalkboard Wall Planter taps into the garden tools and supplies industry by providing a unique and practical solution for growing and labeling plants and herbs.
Self-Sustaining Planters
The Smart Herb Garden Uses Nanotechnology to Grow Plants Indoors
The development of smart, self-sustaining planters fits into the market of home and kitchen appliances, which are always innovating to make life easier.