A 2013 study found that producing one pair of running shoes releases 13 grams of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. It's a good thing, then, that the new sneakers that Reebok is preparing are anything but ordinary running shoes. They are not only friendly to the feet, but also to the planet. Reebok Cotton + Corn are – as their name suggests – made from natural cotton and corn. You can therefore dispose of used ones in the compost instead of in the bin.
Sneakers of vegetable origin Reebok Cotton + Corn they are eco-friendly sneakers, whose sole is made of parts corn, which are not used to make food, while the upper part of the shoe is made of natural cotton.
Instead of in the trash, the sneakers - after they have served their time - can end up in the compost, because they are biodegradable.
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Reebok focuses on everything with them life cycle stages. They are used for production materials that grow and can be renewed. Of course, with the environment in mind, they did not compromise on design and comfort. In addition, the sports brand also showed that they don't care what happens to the sneakers after the wearer throws them away. Since they are made from plant materials (cotton and corn), they can we compost. Reebok Cotton + Corn should be available until the end of 2017.
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