XpreSole Uses Recycled Coffee Grounds for Every Component of Its Design
Laura McQuarrie — March 25, 2020 — Eco
References: kickstarter & prnewswire
With a campaign on Kickstarter, XpreSole is introducing itself as the world's first shoes to use recycled coffee grounds as the key element of every major component in its design. In fact, a single pair of XpreSole's sustainably made, vegan-friendly shoes is made from about five cups of recycled coffee grounds. As such, it's hardly a surprise that XpreSole reports that the lightweight and eco-friendly footwear styles are also said to share the aroma of coffee.
By working with spent coffee grounds and a special compound that can be used for the soles and tops of shoes, XpreSole developed a footwear solution that's dirt-proof and water-repellent with odor control properties.
Image Credit: XpreSole
By working with spent coffee grounds and a special compound that can be used for the soles and tops of shoes, XpreSole developed a footwear solution that's dirt-proof and water-repellent with odor control properties.
Image Credit: XpreSole
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Footwear - XpreSole's use of recycled coffee grounds in their design presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the footwear industry to create more sustainable and eco-friendly products.
2. Circular Economy - XpreSole's innovative use of recycled coffee grounds demonstrates the potential for the fashion industry to embrace circularity and transform waste materials into valuable resources.
3. Eco-friendly Materials - XpreSole's adoption of coffee grounds as a key element in their design highlights the growing trend of using unconventional, eco-friendly materials in various industries.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear - The footwear industry can capitalize on XpreSole's coffee-based footwear trend by incorporating sustainable materials in their products, offering consumers more environmentally-friendly options.
2. Fashion - The fashion industry can explore the use of alternative materials like coffee grounds to create innovative and sustainable clothing and accessories, promoting a more environmentally conscious approach to fashion.
3. Sustainability and Waste Management - XpreSole's use of recycled coffee grounds in their design opens up opportunities for the sustainability and waste management industry to develop new ways of repurposing waste materials and reducing environmental impact.
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