{"id":375847,"date":"2014-04-22T15:40:45","date_gmt":"2014-04-22T20:40:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.snkrsday.com\/?p=375847"},"modified":"2022-09-16T21:05:16","modified_gmt":"2022-09-17T02:05:16","slug":"happy-earth-day-our-7-favorite-eco-friendly-sneakers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.snkrsday.com\/happy-earth-day-our-7-favorite-eco-friendly-sneakers\/","title":{"rendered":"Happy Earth Day: Our 7 Favorite Eco-Friendly Sneakers"},"content":{"rendered":"

Happy Earth Day<\/strong>! As the world takes a step back to appreciate the beauty of the globe and how we can best maintain our resources, we consider some of our favorite sneaker drops that have done the same. From retro casual to performance basketball, an array of models have been made with Mother Nature in mind. In no particular order, we spotlight seven of our favorite eco-friendly sneaker releases. Give us your personal favorites in the comment section.<\/p>\n

adidas Forum Mid “Grun”<\/h2>\n

\"Adidas<\/p>\n

Back in the day, the adidas Forum Mid<\/strong> was the epitome of luxury, performance basketball. In 2009, the Three Stripes recycled the retro silo in all recycled materials as part of the “Grun”<\/strong> pack. Reground rubber and a healthy amount of hemp made this pair a standout then and now.<\/p>\n

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Air Jordan XX3<\/h2>\n

\"Air<\/p>\n

The model many thought would be the last Air Jordan was also among the most eco-conscious. Relying on elements of Nike’s Considered ethos, the Air Jordan XX3<\/strong> cut down on both materials and glue by using stitching for reinforcement. This model was designed by the legendary Tinker Hatfield.<\/p>\n

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New Balance M576 “Leftover” Pack<\/h2>\n

\"New<\/p>\n

Relying on recycled materials, the New Balance M576 “Leftover” Pack<\/strong> put together the scraps from all the suede not used for the Super Team 33 projects.<\/p>\n

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Nike HTM Flyknit Trainer+ “Multicolor”<\/h2>\n

Nike Flyknit in general, and adidas Primeknit, have made waves in cutting down materials in a fashion that looks both progressive and aggressive. This innovation<\/a> has reduced waste, and also produced some of our favorite sneakers of the past few years. If we had to choose a favorite, we’re going with the “Multicolor” Nike HTM Flyknit Trainer+<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Nike Zoom MVP “Trash Talk”<\/h2>\n photo via Global Grind<\/a>\n

Steve Nash has been involved in the “Trash Talk”<\/strong> series a number of times, but his signature Nike Zoom MVP<\/strong>s prove the coolest. Composed of scrap materials and packaged in a box made of 100% recycled fiber, these shoes are clean in every sense of the word. It’d be cool to see this composition on a Kobe, KD or LeBron sig.<\/p>\n

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BAIT x Saucony Shadow Original “CruelWorld”<\/h2>\n

BAIT<\/strong> and Saucony<\/strong> proved collabs could also be eco-conscious with the release of the “CruelWorld” Shadow Originals<\/strong>. The shoe was made entirely of vegan materials and on top of that proceeds benefited A Place Called Home charity. This collab saw a sequel of the also vegan variety, the “CruelWorld 2.”<\/p>\n

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Nike Considered Huarache 2k5<\/h2>\n

\"Nike<\/p>\n

In 2005, Nike launched the Considered program as a way to cut down on materials and glue. The Nike Considered Huarache 2k5 is still a standout, seeing an earthy take on that year’s marquee basketball silo.<\/p>\n

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Bonus: Cleaning Products & Packaging<\/h2>\n

\"Jason<\/p>\n

Keeping one’s shoes clean is a good way to recycle old sneakers. To double the impact, Jason Markk<\/strong> shoe cleaner is also good on the environment. Jason Markk product lacks harsh chemicals and abrasives, is 98.3% natural and is totally biodegradable.<\/p>\n

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For years now<\/a>, PUMA<\/strong> has been placing select sneakers in the “Clever Little Bag”<\/strong> packaging. This packaging cuts down on the amount of waste and materials used on a box, and also offers a reusable bag.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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