Biodegradable Sandals Decompose Back to Earth using Thermoplastic-infused Materials

As the world becomes increasingly aware of the need for sustainable and eco-friendly products, many companies are jumping on the bandwagon to market themselves as “sustainable-products churners.” However, Balena, a startup based in Italy, is taking a different approach. Instead of relying on the sustainability claims of other companies, Balena has forged its own path by creating its line of compostable sandals called BioCir Slides.

BioCir Slides are made from flexible biodegradable thermoplastic, which is mixed with the recycled waste of the fashion industry. Balena relies on science and research to develop its in-house system called BioCir, which is driven by compostable and biodegradable thermoplastic materials. This includes natural and easily scalable biodegradable polymers that are carefully selected to ensure the highest level of biodegradability possible.

What sets BioCir Slides apart from other sustainable footwear options is that they fully decompose when they reach the end of their life. They turn into crumbles that fertilize the earth, rather than adding to the world’s growing landfill problem. This is a significant step towards a circular economy, where waste is reduced and resources are conserved.

Balena’s commitment to sustainability goes beyond just creating eco-friendly products. The company has a deep understanding of the impact that the fashion industry has on the environment and is dedicated to finding innovative solutions to minimize this impact. By utilizing waste from the fashion industry in the production of BioCir Slides, Balena is reducing the amount of waste that ends up in landfills and contributing to a more sustainable future.

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