The Ultimate Guide to Sustainable Sneakers
On the hunt for your new favourite everyday sneaker? Discover our top picks for ethical and sustainable sneakers below. The most daring ethical kicks on the market Sneakers have always maintained their status as a staple piece. Rain, snow, or shine, a versatile pair of sneakers is a season-less closet favourite, giving a simple, everyday […]
ASK A SUSTAINABILITY EXPERT: HOW DO I RECYCLE MY WORN-OUT SHOES?
What’s the most responsible way to dispose of shoes once they’re worn past the point of no return? I don’t want them to end up in a landfill, but I know I can’t just put them out on the curb with my cardboard and glass for recycling. Perhaps your soles look like Swiss cheese or […]
Keep old shoes out of landfills with our expert tips.
Shoe recycling is a great way to avoid wasting old, unwanted shoes. Even the best quality shoes wear out at some point, and it’s helpful to know what’s the most eco-friendly course of action when that happens. In 2019, 24.3 billion pairs of shoes were produced, and most of them were or will be sent to landfill.1 While […]
Author and Speaker J.L. Morrison Helps Kick Sneaker Recycling into Canada
Source: Home – Janet-Lynn No, that isn’t the amazing Carrol from the Walking Dead, but she is just as talented and motivated to snap people from their slumber when it comes to literature, fitness and now sneaker recycling. (Pictured with her book Surviving Seventeen) When looking to expand our footprint into other countries, we rely […]
Brands You Should Know: Blueview the First Biodegradable Sneaker Brand
Peace, happiness and sustainability. Feeling the love of the holidays. Take 25% off SITEWIDE with promo code: GIFTING25 (Promotion valid from 12/3 until 12/18/22 @ 11:59pm PDT) During this time, we’ll also donate 5% of sale proceeds (of any color purchased) to our partners at Monterey Bay Aquarium. Happy Holidays! BLUEVIEW | Sustainable […]
If This Sneaker Hits the Landfill, We Won’t Complain | DEGENERATE from UNLESS Collective
All PLANTS, no PLASTIC. Introducing the first regenerative sneaker from UNLESS. From the 100% plant-based leather to the natural rubber outsole, all the way down to the tips of the laces – every part of this statement sneaker is made from plants. The future of sustainable sneakers is plastic-free. Source: The DEGENERATE | Earth’s Favorite […]
The Netherland’s Elite Running Store De Hardloopwinkel Leads the Way with Sneaker Recycling at All Locations
De Hardloopwinkel is jouw specialist voor hardlopen At a time when most retailers are focused on Black Friday and capturing as many sales as possible before the end of the fiscal year, De Hardloopwinkel is working with Sneaker Impact’s Charles van Schaik to add recycling boxes to each of their doors. Runners tend to go […]
The Sneaker Industry and Excess Inventory | What if the Holiday Season Falls Flat?
The last few years have been challenging for all brands in footwear and apparel. Nike announced during their last quarterly report the inventory increased to 44%. When the most prominent brand, with distribution in the hub of shipping for the U.S. is having issues with excess inventory, the reality of retail is that all stores […]
5 Eco-Conscious Sneakers to Gift this Holiday Season
Blueview: BLUEVIEW | Sustainable Shoes & Biodegradable Footwear (blueviewfootwear.com) BlueView Footwear recently launched “Blueview Pacificâ€, a range of sneakers that are fully degradable. BlueView is the world’s first biodegradable shoe brand that focuses on protecting the planet from plastic pollution. Camper: Camper White and black Runner K21 sneakers and the Brutus boot with natural plant-based […]
Sneaker Impact Expands its Collection Footprint into the International Retail Market with De Hardloopwinkel in The Hague
The Running Shop is your specialist for running (dehardloopwinkel.nl) When looking to carry the message of EXLOS to the international market, Sneaker Impact needed a long-time veteran of the industry to assist in making the right connections. Charles van Schaik was just the person for the position and his work in Europe is beginning to […]
