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Sustainable Footwear Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Type (Athletic, Non-
athletic), By End User (Men, Women, Children), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2020 -
2027

Published Date: May, 2020 Base Year for Estimate: 2019 Report ID: GVR-4-68038-462-8 Format: Electronic (PDF)

Historical Data: 2016 - 2018 Number of Pages: 80

Report Summary

Table of Contents

Segmentation

Methodology

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Report Overview
The global sustainable footwear market size was valued at USD 7.5 billion in 2019 and is expected to grow at a
compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8% from 2020 to 2027. The market growth is attributed to advancements in
the sustainable space, along with material processing technology and functionality. This market for sustainable footwear
is poised to witness significant growth in the near future owing to several factors. Growing awareness among consumers
is a key factor prompting the manufacturers to innovate their product offerings. Rising number of youngsters globally,
coupled with significant purchasing power of this consumer group, is likely to favor market growth over the forecast
period.

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The footwear industry is constantly evolving and observing consumer patterns and activities over the years. In this regard,
the on-the-go lifestyle among millennials has been encouraging manufacturers to increase their scale of production, most
notably in the sneaker category. According to the NDP Group, consumers demand versatility, comfort, functionality,
sustainability, and performance in a variety of settings. This factor has been leading to brands embracing social and eco-
consciousness in their innovative sustainable footwear manufacturing.

Sustainability has been observed to be a key trend over the years. On this front, many experts believe that innovations in
production will continue to gather momentum. Many prominent market participants, including Nike and Adidas contributed
to the sustainable methods of production, such as reduced labor costs and wastage. Digitization also allows to creation
sample footwear with better materials and the use of 3-D printer for predicting a single shoe in multiple forms, patterns,
and colors.

Lengthy production process is one of the key challenges faced by the market for sustainable footwear. Sustainable
footwear typically contains materials that are inseparable and decomposable, yet it uses harmful chemicals during the
process. The raw materials required to manufacture sustainable footwear are more expensive than the raw materials
used in the production of conventional footwear. However, technological advancements in terms of recycling fabrics more
efficiently are likely to reduce the cost of procuring raw materials in the foreseeable future.

Recycling is expected to remain the operative word within the sustainable footwear industry in the near future. For
instance, in April 2019, Adidas launched its fully recyclable Futurecraft Loop Sneaker line featuring a carbon-neutral style.
This innovation was targeted at GenZ and Millennials who are aware of the concept of sustainability and prioritize it more
than the previous generations. Rothy’s produced shoes from recycled plastic bottles in 2016 and now it is valued at
$700 million.

Report Coverage & Deliverables

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 Competitive benchmarking

 Historical data & forecasts

 Company revenue shares

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 Regional opportunities

 Latest trends & dynamics

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Type Insights
By type, the sustainable footwear market is segmented into athletic and non-athletic footwear. The sustainability trend is
becoming a new innovation in the shoe industry. The use of traditional recycling and biodegradable techniques and the
concept of eco-consciousness is becoming popular.

Various brands that are putting efforts in non-athletic footwear and sneakers are on the top priority. For instance, One
Moment’s O1M shoes are made of 100% biodegradable plastics and materials. If any consumer wants to dump this
footwear, one has to shred them and put them in the compost bin for six months. They will eventually break down and
leave no waste. Startups like Allbirds and Rothy’s hold the largest market share in non-athletic sustainable footwear.

Within the athletic category, brands such as New Balance, Adidas, Nike, and Puma are engaged in sustainable practices.
For instance, Puma launched Puma InCycle shoe collection, which is 100% biodegradable. Nike uses recycled leather,
Adidas uses recycled plastic, and Reebok is coming up with plant-derived, petroleum-based running sneakers.

End-user Insights
By end user, the industry is segmented into three categories: men, women, and children. Growing popularity of
sustainable athletic footwear appeal and associated technology is driving the demand for sustainable footwear among
men. The growth of the men segment is also attributed to various product launches within the sustainable footwear
space. For instance, New Balance has launched a sustainable fabric material, called bioLogic, wherein there are
ventilation panels to control different temperature levels that are needed and important for athletes.  

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Manufacturers of sustainable footwear principally target female shoppers around the world. The female shoppers from
U.K., U.S., and Holland actively seek information during the purchase. Recently, Reformation, a brand in Los Angeles,
launched sustainable heeled boots and flats for women, which were successful and gained major share in the market.
Such product introductions are likely to bode well for the women end user segment.

Regional Insights
Asia Pacific emerged as the largest regional market for sustainable footwear in 2019. Increasing disposable income, the
growing influence of latest fashion trends, and rapid urbanization are the key factors driving the market in Asia Pacific.
Moreover, China and India, which are the two most populous countries, offer a huge marketplace for the big players to
tap into.

Europe is expected to witness significant growth over the forecast period. Some of the key factors boosting the regional
market growth are changing lifestyles, increasing health consciousness, and growing e-commerce industry. The U.K.
alone is becoming a massive footwear industry as it is estimated that 330 million pairs of shoes are sold each year.

Key Companies & Market Share Insights

Key participants in the sustainable footwear industry are likely to increase their focus on developing alternative fabrics to
replace leather in the foreseeable future, given the rising ethical arguments in the leather footwear industry. In this
respect, manufacturers are expected to prefer raw materials derived from plant-based materials, such as leaves, bark, or
cork. From a geographic standpoint, Asia Pacific is expected to emerge as a lucrative market for the players owing to
rising number of fashion-conscious consumers who are more willing to pay a premium price for the products they value.
Some of the prominent players in the sustainable footwear market include:

Tropicalfeel

Adidas group

Nike

New Balance

Rothy’s

Veja

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Reformation

Nisolo

Native shoes

MATISSE FOOTWEAR

Amour Vert

Threads 4 thought

Sustainable Footwear Market Report Scope

Report Attribute Details

Market size value in 2020 USD 7.6 billion

Revenue forecast in 2027 USD 11.8 billion

Growth Rate CAGR of 5.8% from 2020 to 2027

Base year for estimation 2019

Historical data 2016 - 2018

Forecast period 2020 - 2027

Quantitative units Revenue in USD million/billion and CAGR from 2020 to 2027

Revenue forecast, company ranking, competitive landscape,

Report coverage
growth factors, and trends

Segments covered Type, end user, and region

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Central & South America,

Regional scope
and MEA

Country scope U.S.; U.K.; Germany; China; India; Brazil; South Africa

Tropicalfeel; Adidas group; Nike; New Balance; Rothy’s; Veja;

Key companies profiled Reformation; Nisolo; Native shoes; MATISSE FOOTWEAR; Amour
Vert; Threads 4 thought

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Segments Covered in the Report

This report forecasts revenue growth at the global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis on the latest
industry trends and opportunities in each of the sub-segments from 2016 to 2027. For the purpose of this study, Grand
View Research has segmented the global sustainable footwear market report based on type, end user, and region:

Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2016 - 2027)

Athletic

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Non-athletic

End-user Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2016 - 2027)

Men

Women

Children

Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2016 - 2027)

North America

The U.S.

Europe

Germany

The U.K.

Asia Pacific

China

India

Central & South America

Brazil

Middle East & Africa

South Africa

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