ClimateJuly 17, 2026
ecopreneur
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Definition
An entrepreneur who focuses on starting and running businesses that are environmentally friendly and sustainable.
Etymology
The word is a portmanteau formed by combining 'ecological' (or 'eco-') and 'entrepreneur', reflecting the fusion of environmental consciousness with business leadership.
In the news
In the article, the term is used to categorize innovators who create green solutions to environmental challenges, such as bioenergy and electric vehicle technology, shifting the perspective on environmentalism from a burden to a business opportunity.
TIL Ecopreneur Awards 2026: 'Renewable energy is no longer alternative but the mainstream,' says Ajay Mat
Read the full article ↗The Times of India