Allbirds has introduced the first net zero carbon sneaker, the M0.0NSHOT. Co-founder and co-CEO Tim Brown spoke about the net zero carbon sneaker: "M0.0NSHOT isn't a silver bullet for the climate crisis — it's a proof-point that, when we take sustainability seriously, and are laser-focused on carbon reduction, we can make incredible breakthroughs."
The M0.0NSHOT is a high-top sneaker model with carbon-negative regenerative sock-like uppers made from merino wool grown on Lake Hawea Station in New Zealand. The sneaker has a carbon-negative, sugarcane-based foam midsole with Allbirds' SuperLight Foam containing 80 percent bio content. The eyelets are made of carbon-negative bioplastic made from microorganisms that convert methane into polymer mold. Additionally, the packaging is carbon-efficient and made with sugarcane-derived, carbon-negative Green PE. Allbirds also states that these sneakers will be delivered to consumers in biofuel-powered ocean ships and electric trucks.
The net zero carbon sneaker will be revealed to the public in June 2023 and available for purchase in Spring 2024.
Net Zero Carbon Sneakers
Allbirds Introduces First Net-Zero Carbon Sneaker Called The M0.0NSHOT
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