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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Designed by Silvester Fuller Architects in collaboration with Jamie Durie Design, the home, completed in 2025, is an audacious experiment in eco-conscious living. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 Nov. 2025 For those looking for a more eco-conscious single-use option, unbleached parchment paper is made without chlorine or harsh chemicals, providing the same non-stick and heat-resistant benefits as regular parchment paper. Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 10 Nov. 2025 By integrating eco-conscious values that blend sophisticated science with people- and pet-safe solutions, Axiom demonstrates that pest control doesn’t have to be a compromise between safety and efficiency. Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025 Using eco-conscious fabrics like Tencel, Bemberg and organic cotton, Dongre’s sustainable approach has earned her Butterfly Mark certification from The Naraai Project, recognizing her efforts in ethical sourcing, energy efficiency and circular design. Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for eco-conscious

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First Known Use

1972, in the meaning defined above

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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 17 Nov. 2025.

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