eco-conscious

adjective

eco-con·​scious ˈē-kō-ˌkän(t)-shəs How to pronounce eco-conscious (audio)
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: marked by or showing concern for the environment
eco-conscious consumers

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In Kenya and Rwanda, eco-conscious lodges and sustainable tourism initiatives are on the rise, allowing travelers to explore the great outdoors while supporting conservation efforts. Caroline Tell, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025 Consumers want eco-conscious, durable denim—think organic and regenerative fibers, sustainable and fair labor practices—but delivering all that at a competitive price is tough, especially in certain markets. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 2 Jan. 2025 Pressures of climate change with eco-conscious parents Technology aside, Gen Beta will be asked to manage life through climate change, global population shifts and rapid urbanization, McCrindle states. Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 1 Jan. 2025 Set between the shores of the Pacific Ocean and rugged mountains of Puerto Escondido, Hotel Terrestre is an eco-conscious, off-the-grid sanctuary operating solely on solar power. Emily Hochberg, Travel + Leisure, 18 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for eco-conscious 

Word History

First Known Use

1972, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of eco-conscious was in 1972

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“Eco-conscious.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eco-conscious. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.

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