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    Are compostable sneakers soon ready for mass production?

    2024-06-13T09:55:00Z

    In late April, Puma announced it would make a commercial version of its Re:Suede 2.0 compostable sneaker. The brand created 500 pairs of its Re:Suede sneaker in 2021 as an experimental project, then asked volunteers to wear them for half a year to test comfort and durability. Now, the brand ...

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    Balena & For Ever forge circular future for footwear

    2024-02-20T10:21:00Z

    Balena’s collaboration with For Ever, one of the world’s largest outsole makers, marks a significant stride toward circularity in the footwear industry. The groundbreaking partnership, set to be unveiled at Lineapelle-Italy on February 20th, signals a pivotal moment in sustainable shoe manufacturing.

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    Vivobarefoot, Balena present 3D-printed, customized and fully compostable shoe

    2024-01-14T09:31:00Z

    Source: Vivobarefoot Vivobarefoot VivoBiome UK-based footwear and lifestyle brand Vivobarefoot has announced a partnership with Tel Aviv-based circular economy startup Balena, founded in 2020. The aim is to produce shoes that are made-to-order and made-to-measure locally and are compostable and recyclable thanks to Balena’s BioCir®flex range of ...