# Recycled Ocean Plastic Footwear The 'GreenPlax' Sneakers are Lightweight, Vegan and Ethical By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-06-16 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greenplax-sneakers References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2020/06/12/these-eco-friendly-sneakers-are-made-entirely-out-of-ocean-recovered-plastic/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/greenplax/greenplax-the-worlds-1st-shoes-made-with-ocean-plastics?ref=Fundedtoday&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=yanko.fnd.to) The 'GreenPlax' sneakers are a range of footwear options that aim to make use of an unlikely material in order to offer consumers a more [eco-friendly style](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allbirds-remix). Designed by CCILU, the sneakers are the winner of an A'Design Award and are crafted from a blend of [recycled plastic from the ocean](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shore) along with EVA foam to support a comfortable walking experience. A total of 15 plastic bottles go into a single pair of the sneakers, which also helps them to be inherently water repellent, dirt-proof, UV protective, moisture-wicking and more. The 'GreenPlax' sneakers come in several stylish color options and feature an [ultra-flexible sole](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swave-sport) that will move more fully with the wearer to let them enjoy comfort like never before. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Recycled Ocean Plastic:** Using recycled ocean plastic as a material for footwear creates an opportunity for sustainable fashion and reduces plastic waste. - **Eco-friendly Style:** The demand for eco-friendly fashion is increasing, creating opportunities for brands to develop sustainable and stylish products. - **Sustainable Materials:** Utilizing sustainable materials like recycled plastic and EVA foam for footwear production opens doors for innovative and environmentally conscious designs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can leverage the use of recycled ocean plastic in footwear to meet the growing demand for sustainable fashion. - **Footwear:** Incorporating eco-friendly materials in footwear production provides an opportunity for the footwear industry to offer environmentally conscious options. - **Sustainable Design:** The use of recycled materials and sustainable design practices in the production of footwear aligns with the goals of the sustainable design industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainable Open-Style Sneaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keen-uneek-360.md) - [Sustainable 3D-Printed Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4dfwd-1.md) - [Algae-Made Slippers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-slippers.md) - [Compostable Sole Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swave-sport.md) - [Sustainable Single-Piece Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-cloudboom-strike-ls.md) - [Recycled Rope-Made Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shore.md) - [Textile-to-Textile Recycled Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allbirds-remix.md) - [Sustainable Running Shoe Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supernatural-runner.md) - [Petroleum Product-Free Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ripple-shoe.md)