# Biodegradable Brilliance Things that break down and decompose to fight global warming. By [Bianca](https://www.trendhunter.com/bianca), Brand & Innovation Strategist | Published Sep 4, 2008, updated Nov 19, 2009 | Category: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/environmental-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/biodegradable-brilliancy-things-that-break-down-and-decompose-fight-global ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.6/10 - Evidence articles: 9 ## What is the Biodegradable Brilliance trend? **Biodegradable Brilliance:** Reduce, reuse and recycle were the hip ecowords of the 90s, and it looks as if “biodegradable” and “compostable” could be their new millennial substitutes. Using eco-friendly merchandise that decomposes, from containers to beds, is the latest innovation soothing consumer consciences. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 9 featured examples - Articles from: Feb 19 to Aug 10, 2008 - Published: Sep 4, 2008 - Patterns: [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Biodegradable Brilliance trend ### Biodegradable & compostable products as substitutes for environmentally unsustainable ones With many consumers looking to reduce their carbon footprint, businesses must consider more eco-friendly options when designing products. Incorporating green elements such as biodegradable material or recyclable elements are great ways for companies to contribute to the health of the planet while making a profit. ### Edible and compostable food packaging Introducing compostable bee's wax to starchy peptides in materials like pea starch or 100% biodegradable cassava for use in food packaging can provide a sustainable solution to the problem of plastic waste. ### Composting, vermiculture, and high-rise composting Businesses may disrupt traditional household waste disposal by providing high-rise, vermiculture, or other innovative composting solutions to support the sustainable disposal of organic waste. ## What the Biodegradable Brilliance trend means for industry ### For Food packaging Food packaging industry professionals may look to adapt sustainable, compostable food packaging materials and innovative printing processes in eco-friendly packaging design. ### For Home and composting technology Manufacturers of home technology can innovate ways to provide an eco-friendly option for homeowners looking to compost, such as vermicomposting solutions, high rise composters, and Bio Pod hygienic waste containers. ### For Fashion and Design Fashion and design business professionals can look to follow in the footsteps of designers like Helen Storey and create biodegradable couture, furniture, and novel designs for commonly used items. ## Trend signals for Biodegradable Brilliance Trend score 4.6 out of 10, from popularity 69%, activity 61%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 69% - Activity: 61% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Biodegradable Brilliance trend 9 featured examples from Feb 19 to Aug 10, 2008. - [Biodegradable Cell Phone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biodegradable-cell-phone-bamboo): Bamboo Phone Sprouts Seeds After Composting (Category: Eco) Implication: Electronics industry can explore biodegradable materials and circular models to create environmentally sustainable products and reduce e-waste. - [Hip Kitchen Composting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchen-composting-bio-pod-organic-waste-storage-system): The 'Bio Pod' for Organic Waste (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The design industry will play a crucial role in creating attractive and functional products for home composting. - [Edible Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biodegradable-picnic-ware-you-can-eat): Biodegradable Picnic Ware (Category: Eco) Implication: Opportunity to develop new edible and biodegradable products for customers who are becoming more environmentally conscious. - [Biodegradable Couture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helen-storeys-dissolving-wardrobe): Helen Storey's Dissolving Wardrobe (Category: Eco) Implication: The fashion industry can innovate through incorporating sustainable materials for clothing and accessories, creating a market for eco-friendly fashion products. - [Non-Dissolving Edible Packaging](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-food-packaging-that-doesnt-dissolve): Compost or Eat Your Containers (Category: Eco) Implication: The packaging industry can leverage the development of edible packaging to create new eco-friendly options for food packaging, potentially disrupting the market. - [Biodegradable Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-natural-mattress1): Essentia Eco Luxury Mattresses (Category: Eco) Implication: The mattress industry has an opportunity to disrupt the traditional market by creating and marketing eco-friendly and healthy mattresses. - [High Rise Composts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vermicondo-high-rise-worm-composters): Vermicondo (Category: Eco) Implication: Opportunity for furniture designers to create stylish and functional worm composting containers that seamlessly blend with contemporary kitchen cabinetry. - [Biodegradable USBs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bio-degradable-usb-hoshino): Hoshino FD-300 Is Made of Fermented Corn (Category: Eco) Implication: The technology industry can explore the production of eco-friendly USB drives using renewable materials, fostering sustainability within the sector. - [Compostable Corn Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compostable-corn-biodegradable-biobags): BioBags (Category: Eco) Implication: The emergence of bio-based, compostable bags made of corn material creates new avenues for companies to explore and develop sustainable packaging materials that cater to the growi… ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Eco - 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