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The new collection from Etnies for colette’s MeWeRecycle Project encourages creative recycling and with that in mind, they developed a line of 100% carbon neutral sneakers based on its popular pro-model shoe, Senix. The end result is this Senix LV Sacre Green collection created from sustainable material such as 100% organic hemp, bamboo and textiles.  They used Soy-based ink, water-based glue, PET recycled laces and recycled rubber to round out the Eco-friendly Senix Sacre Green.  There are five colorways in a variety of designs.  These shoes come in boxes with seeds interlaced in the box body, so the shoebox can be planted and give more green to the planet.

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Many of you probably didn’t know that the Pegasus is one of Nike’s best known runners and their top-selling running franchise of all time.  The pictured Nike Pegasus 25 SE gets a retro themed colorway and is made with eco-Considered construction that does wonders for your feet and the environment.  via SneakerFreaker

Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed a way to charge your gadgets while on the move with solar powered clothing. Each piece uses a process called digital textile printing to leverage the blocky solar panels into neck ties and jackets. The tie even has a hidden pocket to hold your device as it charges. After conducting a five-day test, they found the clothing posed no significant health risk, including electric shock. One of the major flaws currently is the solar panels are limited to bending around a three inch diameter and should not be creased. via Gizmodo | JTATM

Matt George gives us a look at what Goodfoot in Canada is doing for their Adidas Originals AZX launch.  They will be release a booklet, tee, grocery/shoe tote bag, five-panel cap, and of course the sneakers.  Most of their items are eco-friendly with the use of hemp, soy based ink, and recyclable materials.  Look for these goods at Goodfoot launch parties are store locations in the Good North!

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Vans takes a different direction with these new Table sneakers.  Following the growing trend of being ecologically friendly, these shoes renewable material like the bamboo charcoal linings that are fungus resistant and keeps the feet cool.   All three colorways are available at Flauge.

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