Brands You Should Know: Orba Shoes
Say hello to the shoes that leave no trace. Designed to biodegrade. A world first. New Zealand is known as the birthplace of a brand of sneakers that have been labeled the most sustainable sneaker company created. That brand recently launched an IPO and has been a darling of Silicon Valley. The reality is […]
Nike Nails Down Our EXLOS Concept with 12 Ways to Extend the Life of Sneakers
Runners share tips on getting started with simple, daily gear care. The best part? These hacks can help you reduce waste and be a more mindful runner. Words: Emily Jensen Photography: Holly-Marie Cato Source: 12 Ways to Make Your Running Shoes Last Longer When Sneaker Impact coined the acronym EXLOS (Extending the Life of […]
ASICS Remains One of the More Transparent Companies on Sustainability
Source: ASICS Global – The Official Corporate Website for ASICS and Its Affiliates All brands should deliver reports on the work they are doing to make better products. ASICS remains a leader in presenting their strategies in an informative package. Highlights of their previous year include: 28.0% reduction in CO2 emissions from direct operations 19.7% […]
adidas X Parley Collection to Help End Plastic Waste with Every Minute Played
Source: There’s Only One Home Court: adidas X Parley Collection Highlights Commitment to Help End Plastic Waste After visiting several international adidas stores and seeing the Parley recycle boxes in each location, Sneaker Impact decided to follow adidas’ work in this area. The most recent addition to their Parley collaboration to reduce plastic in the […]
How to Send Sneakers to Sneaker Impact?
Sneaker Impact is a site where you can request a bag and it arrives in your mailbox, pre-labeled and ready to fill with 3 to 5 pairs of sneakers that you no longer wear. The company also works with retailers and brands to upcycle used and slightly damaged footwear. Sneaker Impact takes the shoes, and […]
COMUNITYMade Delivers a Checklist on How to Buy Better Sneakers
Sneaker Impact operates in a world where we assist brands and retailers in finding underserved countries to extend the life of used and damaged sneakers. As brands begin to build better footwear and as the brands initiate takeback programs, we understand that our ability to help will diminish. While this is a good thing, the […]
