ASICS' GEL-LYTE III CM 1.95 is the result of more than a decade of research and development and it introduces a sneaker that emits just 1.95kg CO2e across its life cycle. These sneakers represent a major leap for ASICS since these sneakers are said to be "significantly lighter than the lowest CO2e sneakers currently available on the market." This was made possible with features like a new carbon-negative foam and more.
These sneakers are constructed from a fusion of bio-based polymers derived partly from sugarcane and they integrate a neew structure and tape that enables less material usage, and 100% renewable energy used throughout the manufacturing process.
The GEL-LYTE III CM 1.95 sneaker by ASICS represents a step forward towards the brand's commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
Low-Emission Sneakers
ASICS' GEL-LYTE III CM 1.95 Sneaker Emits 1.95kg CO2e Across Its Life Cycle
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Footwear - ASICS' use of bio-based polymers and carbon-negative foam in their GEL-LYTE III CM 1.95 sneaker represents a trend towards more sustainable footwear options.
2. Carbon-neutral Manufacturing - ASICS' use of 100% renewable energy in the manufacturing process of their GEL-LYTE III CM 1.95 sneaker represents a trend towards carbon-neutral manufacturing.
3. Circular Economy - ASICS' focus on reducing CO2 emissions across the life cycle of their GEL-LYTE III CM 1.95 sneaker represents a trend towards a circular economy approach to product development.
Industry Implications
1. Footwear Industry - The use of sustainable materials and carbon-neutral manufacturing processes in the footwear industry could lead to disruptive innovation opportunities for brands looking to decrease their carbon footprint.
2. Sustainable Manufacturing Industry - The trend towards carbon-neutral manufacturing in the footwear industry could lead to disruptive innovation opportunities for the sustainable manufacturing industry as a whole.
3. Renewable Energy Industry - The use of 100% renewable energy in the manufacturing process of the ASICS GEL-LYTE III CM 1.95 sneaker represents an opportunity for the renewable energy industry to partner with the footwear industry to achieve sustainability goals.