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Vaude, the pioneering brand for eco-friendly outdoor continues to surprise in terms of commitment to the environment in recent years: in the process of being 100% climate neutral, the company is increasingly incorporating recycled materials into its products. To go further in a responsible approach, you can also discover our eco-friendly outdoor equipment on Alpinstore.


Materials from marine pollution




Vaude uses Econyl® nylon made from old fishing nets abandoned in the seas and oceans: a method that benefits the planet with approximately 640,000 tons of abandoned fishing materials in the water, according to a report released by Greenpeace in 2019.

WWF considers this waste to be one of the major environmental problems of the 21st century. It is very positive to see a company specialized in outdoor, like VAUDE, using it to create high-quality clothing, thus protecting marine animals from "ghost nets".


The recycling of "PET" bottles

Approximately 80 million tons of waste related to plastic packaging are reported each year. 32% of this waste ends up in the environment polluting nature, and we know that bottles and plastic packaging represent a good portion of it. That is why Vaude has decided to include in its production chain a process of collecting, purifying, shredding, and treating this waste to form granules that will then be transformed into yarn. At the end of the process, high-quality polyester is produced, which, in its manufacturing, requires 50% less energy and produces about 50% less CO2 emissions, all without requiring the use of any fossil energy. If you are looking to equip yourself with high-quality insulated bottles or other items reducing the use of single-use plastic for your adventures, check out our dedicated selection.
Vaude has made tremendous progress in recent years and is establishing itself as one of the most eco-friendly outdoor equipment brands in Europe. The brand, already recognized for its commitment to the environment through the GreenShape and Grüner Knopf labels

continues to surprise through its various manufacturing processes. Antje von Dewitz, CEO of Vaude, states that her goal is by 2024 to manufacture products primarily based on bio-based or recycled materials. Discover also our environmentally friendly outdoor products and our eco-friendly selection on Alpinstore.



Mass balance recycling of used tires – how does it work?

A well-inflated service for you and the climate! Our textiles subjected to a mass balance method are climate-friendly, highly functional, and help address the major waste disposal problem represented by used tires: VAUDE implements a technology that allows extracting oil from difficult-to-recycle synthetic materials and integrating it into the polyamide manufacturing system as part of a certified mass balance method. The durable polyamide obtained is as functional as conventional polyamide while saving about 60% of CO2 emissions in its manufacturing!
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Our selection of eco-friendly VAUDE products

You now know everything about the ecological footprint of the Vaude brand. So why wait any longer to consume better? Among the alternatives, find our fair trade selection and our natural materials products for even more responsible equipment.

Find all our Vaude products, whether it is camping gear, hiking backpacks, bike equipment, Vaude tents, or even men's clothing, women's clothing, and children's clothing. You will find what you need, whatever your practices. Go for it!

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