As the name suggests, eco-friendly is definitely not harmful to the environment, unlike other paints. Eco-friendly paints have low VOC content. Volatile Organic Compounds are generally very risky for the environment because of the non-biodegradable waste that they produce. Eco-friendly paints are also healthier for the occupants of the space because of low VOC and also because the paint is made with natural materials that are non-toxic. VOC paints can have several health risks because of certain emissions.