discarded kitesurfing parachutes shape vibrant chairs by yotam cohen and assaf shinfeld
AURA by Yotam Cohen and Assaf Shinfeld transforms discarded kitesurfing parachutes into functional art.
The chairs are made from the branded fabric of the parachutes, with design elements coming from a fusion of existing parachute elements and new creations. [ more ]
Can QR Code-driven Incentives Solve Fashion's Trillion-Dollar Waste Problem? This Company Thinks So... - Yanko Design
The fashion industry is a major contributor to waste and emissions, with 40 million tonnes of clothes ending up in landfills or third-world countries.
SIXR is an app-based fashion technology platform that incentivizes users to slow down fashion by using unique QR codes to track the lifecycle of garments and provide rewards for recycling. [ more ]
Nations negotiate terms of global plastic pollution treaty in Kenya
Negotiations towards a global treaty to combat plastic pollution have opened in Nairobi, with tensions expected as nations debate what should be included in the pact.
There is broad consensus that a treaty is needed, but there are differing opinions on the specific measures to be included.
Around 60 countries have called for binding rules to reduce plastic use and production, while plastic-producing economies, including the US, prefer to focus on recycling and waste management. [ more ]
Huge disappointment' as UK delays bottle deposit plan and excludes glass
The UK deposit return scheme for recycling drinks bottles has been delayed to 2027, disappointing campaigners, with glass bottles excluded due to industry concerns. [ more ]
Ikea repurposes old uniforms into new lifestyle collection - Yanko Design
Ikea is launching a new collection, VÄXELBRUK, made from recycled coworker uniforms.
The collection includes 16 textile-based items, such as pillows and curtains, made from 300 tonnes of discarded uniforms and other recycled materials. [ more ]
Wine and liquor bottles can soon be recycled for cash in California. How much can you get?
California is making changes to its bottle deposit law, allowing residents to turn in wine bottles, liquor bottles, and other large beverage containers for cash.
The changes to the California Bottle Bill will include wine bottles, wine boxes, liquor bottles, and large juice containers to be eligible for deposit. [ more ]