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Backpacks with outdoor gear resting in a wooded area, ready to borrow as part of a grassroots reuse initiative.

September 3, 2025 Don’t dump it, donate it! Surplus gear powers inclusion outdoors

Posted at 11:49h in Circularity, Gear, Participation, People by SUSTON
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The #EquippedToBeActive campaign gives surplus outdoor gear a second life, supporting grassroots access to nature while cutting down on waste....

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Indoor view of Fritidsbanken showing rows of outdoor gear available to borrow.

September 3, 2025 Borrow outdoor equipment? Free gear libraries take off in the Nordics

Posted at 11:12h in Activities, Adventures, Business, Circularity, Gear, Participation, People by Gabriel Arthur
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Fritidsbanken lends out sports and outdoor gear for free in 122 Swedish municipalities. A unique model merging reuse with increased access to nature....

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July 31, 2025 What to do with festival gear waste? Startup offers solution

Posted at 13:04h in Accommodations, Circularity, Gear by SUSTON
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Outzip is reducing gear waste at festivals by offering on-site tent rentals. Learn how the Berlin-based startup is reshaping outdoor gear access....

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June 27, 2025 How to buy a tent with less environmental impact

Posted at 14:09h in Circularity, Gear, Materials by SUSTON
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Learn how to choose a tent with lower environmental impact. Materials, PFAS-free coatings, and repairability all matter....

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June 24, 2025 Textile waste & recycling in focus at Performance Days 2025

Posted at 14:38h in Business, Circularity, Gear, Materials, Suppliers by SUSTON
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Performance Days 2025 partners with Future Fabrics Expo and shines a spotlight on waste, circularity, and textile-to-textile recycling in its October program....

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June 1, 2025 Biobased Materials Guide: Can plants power your next hike?

Posted at 13:05h in Circularity, Gear, Materials by Jonathan Eidse
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Explore how biosynthetic fibers and biobased plastics are reshaping outdoor gear, offering renewable alternatives to traditional materials....

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May 8, 2025 Nationwide circular fashion event shuts out ultra-fast fashion brands

Posted at 10:50h in Brands, Circularity, Pollution by SUSTON
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Sweden’s annual clothing swap banned Shein and Temu items, reflecting growing resistance to ultra-fast fashion and calls for longer-lasting wardrobes....

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April 29, 2025 Turning waste into gear: Outdoor brands embracing reclaimed fibers

Posted at 10:54h in Circularity, Gear, Materials by SUSTON
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Discover how outdoor brands are using reclaimed fibers to reduce waste and resource use — from polyester and down to wool and cotton....

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January 31, 2025 Guide: Sleeping Bags & Sustainability

Posted at 22:31h in Business, Circularity, Gear by SUSTON
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Find a long-lasting sleeping bag with this guide on materials, insulation, certifications, and care tips to maximize lifespan and reduce impact....

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December 13, 2024 Climbing brand claims an industry first for recycled aluminum content

Posted at 11:02h in Business, Circularity, Gear, Materials by SUSTON
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Black Diamond sets new standards with verified recycled aluminum content in carabiners and trekking poles, reducing its carbon footprint by 88 tons annually....

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