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- Stella McCartney Launches Their Most Sustainable Sneakers YetStella McCartney continues to set the standard for sustainable fashion with her most eco-friendly trainers to date. The updated S-Wave sneakers, part of the…
- How a Dutch Factory is Turning Mixed Plastic Waste into Sustainable Panels and BoardsIn a significant step toward circularity and material innovation, Dutch scale-up Uppact is going to build a cutting-edge recycling facility in Delfzijl, the Netherlands.…
- TU/e Students Develop Sustainable Car: An Innovation in Material ReusabilityA team of students from TU Eindhoven (TU/e) has developed an innovative sustainable car, “Phoenix”, which aims to revolutionize the way materials are used…
- Common Sands – ForiteCommon Sands – Forite evolved as a collaborative research project between Studio Plastique, Fornace Brioni and Snøhetta, with the aim of exploring the potential applications of recycled E-waste glass. Made from recycled glass from microwave ovens, the tiles have been developed in two different sizes. The tiles are both opaque and transparent, each with a unique pattern and expression.
- SustonableSustonable is a strong stone composite material made from recycled PET bottles and quartz, without the use of harmful chemicals. The material is 100% recyclable and available in any colour. It is suitable, for instance, for use as countertop or in bathrooms.
- 5 innovative materials that won the Global Change AwardsFast fashion is a major problem for our planet. In a survey, it turned out that three quarters of British people throw out old…
- Precycled materialsRecycling may be a good thing, but Dutch furniture and product design company Newaste argues that ‘precycling’ is even better. Newaste skips the processing…
- Programmable Monomaterial Brings Circularity to High-Performance Sports FootwearHigh-performance athletic shoes often contain a complex mix of materials. Different parts of the sole require different properties, such as cushioning, flexibility and support.…
- Controversy Surrounding Black Plastic in Product DesignRecent discussions in the materials industry have raised concerns over black plastic utensils, particularly in the context of safety and sustainability. A study published…
- Ege CircleBackIn Europe, only 1-3% of carpets are recycled. The rest finds space in landfill sites or goes up in smoke. Ege CircleBack is a take-back programme that aims to minimise waste by recycling and reusing used carpet. All Ege CircleBack carpets are made from a unique combination of recyclable materials, allowing the company to recycle 98-100% of the used carpet’s components.
- ONE-DNA™ by LimeGreen®ONE-DNA™ is a pioneering initiative by LimeGreen® focusing on sustainability and environmental impact. The primary mission is to redefine the landscaping and playground market…
- (Un)woven(Un)woven is a biotextile made of inferior textile fibres, created as an alternative to the flawed traditional textile recycling process. A unique production method turns inferior mixed blends into a lightweight biotextile suitable for interior, furniture and product design applications. Emphasizing recyclability over longevity, the sturdy material can be recycled at the end of its life and repurposed for new production cycles over and over again.
- Sneakers made from ghost netsSustainable footwear start-up Ocean Refresh designed sneakers made of recycled ocean plastic, including ghost nets and plastic bottles. Ghost nets are fishing nets that…
- A portable charger made from plastic waste and repurposed batteriesBrighton-based sustainable design studio Gomi designed a 12,000mAh portable charger made from 100% ‘non-recyclable’ plastic waste and repurposed batteries that would otherwise go to…
- This circular sneaker is designed for disassemblyIn a collaboration between textile company European Spinning Group (ESG) and design studios CREAX and Knitwear Lab, a circular sneaker called Anna was created,…
- Bamboo buildings on World Bamboo DayToday, on World Bamboo Day, we present several constructions that use the super material bamboo. Bamboo is the fastest growing plant on the planet.…
- The mobile Trashpresso makes tiles out of trashThe Trashpresso is the world’s first mobile plastic and fabric waste recycling plant. Developed by Miniwiz in Taiwan, the Trashpresso aims to bring industrial…
- Closing the Loop on Lithium-Ion BatteriesThe transition to renewable energy is closely linked to a growing demand for materials. Lithium-ion batteries play a central role in this shift, driving…
- Biodegradable Plastics: Why Designers Should Look Beyond the LabelBiodegradable and biobased plastics are often promoted as sustainable choices for the built environment, interiors, products and packaging. Yet new research from Radboud University…
- Circuform Presents Fully Circular Sofa Frame at Dutch Design Week 2025At Dutch Design Week 2025, the Dutch furniture manufacturer Circuform introduces Vert, a sofa with a fully circular frame made from recycled expanded polystyrene…
- Marc van der Heijden: Building a Circular Future with Local Waste and Global VisionFor Marc van der Heijden, waste isn’t the end of a product’s life—it’s the beginning of a new design story. As founder of the…
- K-BriqKenoteq’s K-BRIQ® is a masonry brick made from over 90 per cent recycled content. The brick is composed almost entirely of recycled construction and demolition waste, including plasterboard, brick, stone, rubble, old mortar, and recycled pigments.
- RIWOOD Rice Husk CompositeRIWOOD is a premium biocomposite (RPC) material that redefines sustainability in outdoor and architectural applications. Developed by Fiberplast Group, this innovative product combines recycled rice husks and calcite with high-quality post production recycled PVC polymers to create a durable, low-maintenance, and eco-friendly alternative to traditional wood or pure plastic materials.
- Mega Mat: Transforming Plastic Waste into a Sustainable Urban ExperienceAt Bangkok Design Week 2025, MVRDV unveiled the "Mega Mat," a striking public installation designed to highlight the potential of recycled plastic while raising…
