1) Old-Navy announced its new slipper models developed with plant-based EVA foam: World famous
slipper brand Old-Navy will develop itself as a fully sustainable product in the next period.
announced that he would focus on his work. The three products they have developed in this context are eva foam's
It is very valuable in terms of expanding the usage area. The common point of these slipper models
if; use of renewable sugar cane. In the report, half of the upper part
It was announced that it was made of transparent jelly.

Source: https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/shop/story/navy-debuts-plant-based-flip-
flops-79094392

2) Adidas announced MX Cream Clay, developed with EVA Foam based on algae technology: Famous
Designed by Don C, a close friend of rapper Kanye West, MX Cream Clay combines lightness and
While putting resilience at the center, it manages to do this from a holistic perspective. Alga
This shoe model, which uses (moss) based EVA foam, provides air circulation and gas
It maximizes customer expectations in terms of controlling permeability.

Source: https://hypebeast.com/zh/2021/7/adidas-yeezy-foam-rnnr-mx-cream-clay-
release date

3) Artwork to spread the culture of recycling in Injection Molding Machine
made: Precious Plastic Lab, located in Minnesota, is basically a new form of plastic.
A workshop used to capture and make materials recyclable. This
students, designers and craftsmen participating in the workshop have four
they have to use the machine: Injection Molding Machine, Mini Shredder,
Compression Furnace and Extruder. The focus of the last workshop was
They were storage boxes.

Source: https://www.perhamfocus.com/community/events/7137923-Art-in-process-
Community-members-engage-in-recycling-project

4) Dampai produces silicone-supported neoprene bags with an ecological design concept.
started to use it: Dampai, an Italian bag and jewelery manufacturer, is the founder of the brand and the same
intensive research and trial and error of designer Simona Giovanetti
As a result, he decided to use silicone-supported neoprene in his bag designs. These neoprene
Giovanetti, who also attaches importance to feeding from the recycling culture, sells its products to former divers.
supplies their clothes. These bags also contain regenerated leather and felt.
being used. This work of Giovanetti; together with creative designers in the future
It gives the message that neoprene can also capture a new form.

Source: https://wisesociety.it/economia-e-impresa/dampai-dal-silicone-al-neoprene-nel-
solco-delleco-design/

5) Wibit Sports, one of the leading companies in inflatable water game products,
produced a neoprene face mask for use: Wibit Sports spends time in the water
produced a neoprene-based face mask for its users to avoid the risk of viruses. This product
Stating that it does not have medical properties, the company still maintains hygienic conditions during the time spent in the water.
He stated that it contributes to its users in terms of protection from the virus. Both of the masks
The holes on the side and the design made in accordance with the user experience design,
It shows that it has serious potential. The company's current aim is to manufacture neoprene in many
use in swimming furniture. This situation is also a possible problem in terms of the variety of uses of neoprene.
offers opportunity.

Source: https://www.ausleisure.com.au/news/wibit-innovates-with-floating-furniture-and-
neoprene-face-mask-for-aquatic-environments/

6) Swedish sports equipment manufacturer Casall, rolling foam made from plant-based EVA foam
developed: Rolling foams, especially used in yoga, are already in EVA foam.
It was one of the areas where it was used, but Casall brought eva materials together with nature-friendly products.
developed a recyclable rolling foam. These eco-friendly materials are recycled.
recycled plastic, bamboo and corn husks.

Source: https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/how-to-buy-eco-friendly-shaving-cream-travel-
mugs-and-foam-rollers-1.1637511