March 10, 2009
Keds Unveils Green Label
Keds is rolling out a new sneaker line called Keds Green Label, reports GreenDaily.com. The sneakers’ uppers are made from 100% organic cotton and non-toxic inks and dyes.
The sneaker outsoles use 20-percent recycled rubber and the shoelaces are made from 100% recycled PET. In addition, the Arbor Day Foundation will plant a tree for every pair of Green Label Keds sold in 2009 to help offset Keds’ carbon emissions. The sneakers are available in three colors – green, white and black.
Other shoe companies that have introduced eco-friendly footwear over the past year include Payless ShoeSource and Nike.
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Reader Comments
Yes, it’s a nice effort. But the shoes themselves, well, they’re kind-of hokey-looking, don’t you think?
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Kate | March 11th, 2009