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Polartec Adopts Repreve 100 Recycled Fiber

 

On the back of their Power Shield Pro introduction, Polartec, the leading manufacturer of technical, high performance fabrics, has partnered with North Carolina company Unifi to introduce fleece fabric made with Repreve 100. Repreve 100 is a recycled polyester fiber made from 100% post consumer waste. One pound of Repreve 100 yarn uses approximately 27 water bottles. 

X-Bionic Launches Apani Technical Merino Base Layer

Swiss company X-Bionic, know for their technical clothing, is launching a whole new brand called Apani. Using 100% all natural materials and mixing a bit of fashion with their technical function, X-Bionic hopes Apani will attract the more eco-conscious consumer. Their new merino base layer line is a unique fusion of the company's famous technology and design with 100% natural fabric. 

Petzl Core USB Rechargeable Headlamp Battery

 

You no longer need to remember to bring extra batteries with you when you head up the mountain or out into the backcountry. Petzl has created the Core rechargeable battery to be be used in their TIKKA2 and ZIPKA2 headlamp series. With a lifespan equivalent to 900 batteries, the Core battery will be much easier on the planet as well as your wallet. 

Ethical Fashion From Naturally Bamboo

Naturally Bamboo is a company that specializes in natural bamboo fiber based ethical apparel. In 2007, April Femrite decided to create a clothing company that was both environmentally friendly and socially responsible. The Company's mission is to produce clothing that is made from USA based fair labor manufacturers and to operate with the lowest impact on the environment.

GoLite Offers Complete Operational Transparency

Earning an A+ level of reporting from the Global Reporting Initiative, GoLite's 2009 Sustainability Report is setting the transparency benchmark high for the rest of the outdoor industry. The 157 page report offers a comprehensive review of not only the Company's environmental footprint but every aspect of GoLite's operations from employee practices to community initiatives. GoLite is hoping their first report effort will now inspire other outdoor companies to do the same.