ecofriendly
Kind to nature
Ecofriendly describes products, practices, or behaviors that minimize harm to the environment: ecofriendly packaging, ecofriendly cleaning supplies.
The term often appears in marketing, where its meaning can range from genuinely sustainable to vaguely green-sounding.
Also spelled eco-friendly.
Fit for repeated service
- biodegradableAble to decompose naturally
- sustainableAble to endure long-term
- organicFrom living matter
- recyclableCapable of being remade
compostable · nontoxic · refillable · bamboo · hemp · beeswax wraps · tote bags · metal straws
Of the star
- renewableCapable of restoration
- windAir current outdoors
- hydroelectricGenerated by flowing water
- geothermalRelating to underground heat
carbon-neutral · clean · efficient · low-emission · green power · photovoltaic · turbines · off-grid
Decomposing organic matter deliberately
- recyclingReprocessing used materials
- conservingProtecting from depletion
- reducingMaking less or smaller
- repurposingAdapting for different use
carpooling · upcycling · zero-waste · bulk buying · thrifting · mending · line-drying · meal planning
Equitable exchange between parties
- Energy StarEPA efficiency certification program
- LEEDGreen architecture certification
- carbon offsetPurchased reduction equivalent
- cruelty-freeUntested on animals
vegan · ecolabel · verified · standards · compliance · transparency · greenwashing · accountability
Tall woody grass
- hempIndustrial fiber crop
- corkTree bark bottle seal
- jutePlant fiber for sacking
- linenFlax-derived textile
organic cotton · recycled plastic · reclaimed wood · seaweed · bagasse · coconut fiber · natural rubber · wool
reusable
Fit for repeated service
- biodegradableAble to decompose naturally
- sustainableAble to endure long-term
- organicFrom living matter
recyclable · compostable · nontoxic · refillable · bamboo · hemp · beeswax wraps · tote bags · metal straws · solar chargers
solar
Of the star
- renewableCapable of restoration
- windAir current outdoors
- hydroelectricGenerated by flowing water
geothermal · carbon-neutral · clean · efficient · low-emission · green power · photovoltaic · turbines · off-grid · net-zero
composting
Decomposing organic matter deliberately
- recyclingReprocessing used materials
- conservingProtecting from depletion
- reducingMaking less or smaller
repurposing · carpooling · upcycling · zero-waste · bulk buying · thrifting · mending · line-drying · meal planning · rainwater harvesting
fair trade
Equitable exchange between parties
- Energy StarEPA efficiency certification program
- LEEDGreen architecture certification
- carbon offsetPurchased reduction equivalent
cruelty-free · vegan · ecolabel · verified · standards · compliance · transparency · greenwashing · accountability · third-party
bamboo
Tall woody grass
linen · organic cotton · recycled plastic · reclaimed wood · seaweed · bagasse · coconut fiber · natural rubber · wool · kapok
- sostenibilitàcarbon neutral, plastic free, zero waste
ecofriendlypolluting
Introducing harmful contaminants
toxic · pollutant · dirty · contaminating · noxious
ecofriendlyunsustainable
Cannot be maintained indefinitely
disposable · single-use · wasteful · extractive · throwaway