This plant-based leather alternative is plastic-free and ready to scale
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In a breakthrough for sustainable materials, Australian startup Alt. Leather has unveiled a fully plant-based leather alternative that contains no plastics and is made entirely from natural fibers and agricultural waste. The innovative material promises a Read More...
These biodegradable shoes are made from plant-based leather
Allbirds has made a name in the footwear industry for being both friendly to your feet and the planet. A while ago, the company introduced its bio-degradable Plant Shoe made out of a plant-based alternative to the plastic typically found in regular shoes. In a similarly environment-friendly Read More...
Cow-free leather typically relies on plastics. This company could change that
A brand by the name of Natural Fiber Welding has come up with technology that can make plant-based leather without the use of any plastics. That's a big deal. You see, plant-based leather typically uses plastic resin or glue to hold the material together. And while some companies work on Read More...