# Net Zero Eatery Restaurants are reducing their carbon output with the promise of carbon-neutrality. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published Mar 3, 2021 | Category: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/environmental-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/net-zero-eatery ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.3/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Net Zero Eatery trend? **Net Zero Eatery:** Restaurants are reducing their carbon footprint by creating carbon-neutral business models. This includes everything from ingredient to packaging material choices, and gives restaurants something to promote in addition to their products. ## The consumer insight behind the Net Zero Eatery trend Consumers are increasingly cautious about where they spend their money now that more of them recognize the need for brands to reduce their impact on the environment, as the climate change crisis worsens. Eco-conscious consumers are increasingly changing their purchase habits in order to spend money on brands that align with their values. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Apr 3, 2020 to May 27, 2021 - Published: Mar 3, 2021 - Patterns: [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Themes within the Net Zero Eatery trend ### Carbon-Neutral Restaurants Restaurants are aiming to become carbon-neutral to reduce their carbon footprint and appeal to eco-conscious consumers. ### Delivery-Focused Dining Concepts Delivery-only or delivery-focused restaurants are emerging to cater to consumers' increasing desire for convenience and comfort. ### Sustainable Menu Labeling Food and beverage brands are labeling their products to indicate their carbon-neutrality and sustainability, responding to the growing concern for environmental impact. ## What the Net Zero Eatery trend means for industry ### For Restaurant Industry The restaurant industry can leverage carbon-neutral business models to meet consumers' environmental concerns and differentiate themselves in the market. ### For Food Delivery Industry Food delivery companies can partner with carbon-neutral restaurants to align with the growing consumer demand for environmentally conscious brands. ### For Sustainable Packaging Industry Sustainable packaging companies can work with restaurants to develop carbon-neutral packaging solutions that support the growing trend toward eco-friendly practices. ## Workshop question How is your brand committing to reducing its impact on the environment? ## Trend signals for Net Zero Eatery Trend score 4.3 out of 10, from popularity 66%, activity 53%, freshness 10%. - Popularity: 66% - Activity: 53% - Freshness: 10% ## Examples of the Net Zero Eatery trend 5 featured examples from Apr 3, 2020 to May 27, 2021. - [Solar-Powered Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarpowered-restaurant): The McDonald's Restaurant at Disney World is First-of-its-Kind (Category: Eco) Implication: Fast food chains are adopting sustainable practices to reduce their carbon footprint and meet the growing demand for environmentally-friendly options from consumers. - [Delivery-Only Sushi Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-rice): Krispy Rice is Only Available to Order Via Food Delivery Platforms (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The restaurant industry can explore the potential of delivery-only concepts to expand their market reach and adapt to changing consumer preferences. - [Japanese Taco Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanese-taco): Kumi is a Delivery-Focused Nori Taco & Sushi Concept (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Delivery-focused food concepts, like Kumi's Japanese taco and sushi delivery, can disrupt the food delivery industry by offering innovative and unique menu items. - [Carbon-Neutral Salad Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweetgreen): sweetgreen is Working Towards Being Carbon-Neutral by 2027 (Category: Eco) Implication: Fast-casual restaurants have an opportunity to differentiate themselves and appeal to environmentally conscious consumers by adopting sustainable practices and working towards car… - [Carbon-Neutral Restaurant Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-menu): Just Salad is Relabeling Its Sustainable Menu for Climate Week (Category: Eco) Implication: Restaurant chains can adopt carbon-neutral menu labeling and incorporate plant-based protein substitutes to meet the growing demand for sustainable dining options. ## 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 - [Jewel-Toned Fall Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quince-silk) - [Compostable Coffee Pucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compostable-coffee-pucks) - [Intelligent Private Grids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ara-core-powers) - [Compact Electric Family MPVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-electric-family-mpvs) All articles: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco)