How might we create a modular and sustainable footwear system that enables users to wear shoes for longer periods of time?
The shoe industry generates over 22 billion pairs of waste annually, contributing significantly to landfill burdens and environmental pollution due to the non-biodegradable nature of many footwear materials.
"Key Quotes"
"In 2020, the global sneaker market was valued at $79 billion, with predictions it will rise to $120 billion in 2026."
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"66.6 million pairs of shoes are being made not every month or every week, but every single day."
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"23 billion pairs of shoes are made every year and 22 billion are thrown into landfills."
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"Of the 22 billion pairs of shoes thrown away every year, on average, it takes 30-40 years for one pair to decompose."
