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Nombre: Sanaa Ja Olli Localización: Turku, Finlandia Web: http://www.saanajaolli.com Producto · Textil (cáñamo) En sus propias palabras: “We produce our own 100% hemp textile collection manufactured transparently and locally in Southwestern Finland. We promise to produce locally and we take this right down to the smallest detail: our labels and tags, cushion and pot holder fillings, strings, and printing materials are produced in Finland. The closest countries to Finland who produce high quality hemp fabrics are Hungary and Romania. Our European hemp fabrics are sustainably made: the plants are grown without herbicides or pesticides using natural crop rotation techniques. Hemp grows naturally with little water and improves soil quality. In order to minimize carbon emissions our fabrics are transported from the factory to our home town Turku by land.”
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Nombre: Leaf Republic Localización: Munich, Alemania Web: http://leaf-republic.com Producto · Embalaje (bioplásticos y hojas) En sus propias palabras: “Our packaging products consist of a lid made from bioplastic or recycled plastic and a threelayer natural bowl made of leaves, water-proof leaf-made paper, and more leaves. No synthetical additives, no coloring, no glue – and no tree has been cut! Additionally, the bowl is biodegradable in only 28 days. We love to beautifully present things, to beautifully package them. Packaging is a part of our daily lives. There has always been packaging and there always will be. As the number of people and their consumption keep on growing, the packaging market has an impressive size all over the world – and now it is time to revolutionize it.”
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Nombre: Studio Corkinho Localización: Antwerp, Países Bajos Web: https://studiocorkinho.com/ Producto · Objetos de interior (100% de residuos de corcho recuperados) En sus propias palabras: “The raw material they use for their design artefacts is directly harvested from the Cork Oak trees in Alentejo (Portugal), where cork farming is an essential part of the local culture. Cork is known for its impermeable, floating, elastic, and fire retardant properties and it is used in a variety of products, the most common of which is wine stoppers. Studio Corkinho uses cork as a precious material which they thoughtfully press and handcraft into refined objects such as flower vases, bowls, “vide poches”, placemats and many other 100% natural and organic interior design objects.”
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Nombre: FOLKK Localización: Belgrado, Serbia Web: http://folkk.co Producto · Textiles (lana y tela de sarga) · Objetos del hogar (madera) En sus propias palabras: “Folkk is a human-centered, design-driven brand focused on artisan making of utility products. Informed by the past, we develop products for the present and the everyday. They are unique, one-of-a-kind objects crafted from the ample experience of our makers. We are taking care of our environment by using sustainable, low-waste production processes. We utilize only natural, carefully and locally sourced materials, grown and harvested around our countryside. Using the traditional materials and techniques, these delicate contemporary objects stay grounded in the local cultural memory. From this memory also comes the majestic legacy of the Balkan patterns.”
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Nombre: Design & Source Localización: Nueva York, Estados Unidos Web: http://design-and-source.com Producto · TERRASKIN® (papel piedra) · Productos de marca y embalaje de lujo (RPET, LDPE, PCR PULPS, bambú) En sus propias palabras: “TerraSkin® is a combination of Mineral Powder (>80% Calcium Carbonate) and a small quantity of non-toxic resin (<20% PE) which acts as a binder to create an environmentally friendly, tree-less paper. The production of TerraSkin® requires no water and produces no water pollutants. No bleach is used in the production of TerraSkin. Transparency is critical to our business practices and we recognize there are pros and cons to every material and application. We provide the assistance for you to consider the entire lifecycle, prioritize your values and provide accountability to your customer.”
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Nombre: Vaho Localización: Barcelona, España Web: https://vaho.es Producto · Accesorios (banderolas desechadas) En sus propias palabras: “Miles de banderolas son retiradas de las calles y desechadas diariamente una vez finalizan su propósito. Vaho se dedica, desde hace más de 14 años, a recuperar esas efímeras obras de arte, y a darles una segunda oportunidad en forma de bolsos y complementos sostenibles. Nuestro objetivo es el de crear productos de calidad, para ello prestamos especial atención a todos y cada uno de los procesos de fabricación. Desde la limpieza de los materiales, realizada con vinagre en asociaciones locales, hasta la confección de nuestros productos. En nuestro afán, nos encontramos con otros materiales con deseos de ser salvados. Lo que nos permitió crear novedosos productos hechos a partir de cámaras de aire de bicicleta, ruedas de camión e incluso sacos de café.”
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Nombre: Casusgrill Localización: Glostrup, Dinamarca Web: https://www.casusgrill.com Producto · Parrilla ecológica (bambú, piedra de lava, Oxylite™, cartón) En sus propias palabras: “No iron or aluminium. Sustainable and eco-friendly. All natural materials - charcoal, lava stone, bamboo and cardboard. All materials are biodegradable except the lava stones. Can be disposed in a bonfire and leaves NO trash. Even and high heat - ideal for great BBQ food Thermal insulation - reduces the outside temperature of the grill. Reduced CO2 emissions because use of less charcoal. Through hard work, innovation and sustainable design, we strive to produce and sell organic biodegradable disposable barbecue at an affordable price.”
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Nombre: Bogobrush Localización: Detroit, Estados Unidos Web: https://www.bogobrush.com Producto · Cepillos de dientes (Plásticos reciclados y bioplásticos a base de plantas) En sus propias palabras: “We take plastics that would otherwise be destined for the landfill and give them a second chance at life. These brushes can easily be recycled when it is time to say goodbye. Our plant-based bioplastic is mixed with leftover plant material from american farms to create this beautifully biodegradable toothbrush handle. Throw them in your compost pile after they wear out - from the earth and back again. We believe the world deserves a toothbrush worth caring about. We believe that starts with knowing where it came from, and how it was made. We believe that what is good for the planet, is good for us. We believe in the little toothbrush that could.”
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Nombre: Bunaco Localización: Hirosaki, Japón Web: http://www.bunaco.co.jp Producto · Artículos de madera (haya) En sus propias palabras: “Buna means beech(wood) in Japanese. Aomori is located in the northern part of Japan and has great numbers of beech trees. Our products were born to use the nature’s gift as eco-friendly and flexible designed wares. Slice beechwood in 1mm thick slices, make a 1cm-wide ribbon-like strip, and form a coiled base. Our pride: · Every item is Hand Made by skilled craftsmen. · We have made high quality, safe products for over 50 years. · Our unique technique has great flexibility to create finely designed products.”
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Nombre: Kazmok Localización: Amsterdam, Países Bajos Web: http://kazmok.com Producto · Maletines (cintas transportadoras) En sus propias palabras: “Kazmok had become intrigued with the search for previously used materials that could be sourced for the creation of his KAZMOK product line. He soon discovered the answer: conveyor belts that were no longer in use - an exciting and ‘green’ resource offering the ultimate in durability that KAZMOK is all about. KAZMOK creations are handcrafted in the Netherlands with a commitment to the very best in function and the highest of quality. All KAZMOK products are made of used industrial materials that go through the strictest of quality checks, however - as Murphy’s law would have it - sometimes there’s a glitch. We offer full customer support for total customer satisfaction. At KAZMOK, we make and keep our customers happy.”
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Nombre: Petrucha Localización: Elda, España Web: http://petrucha.org/index.html Producto · Calzado (cuero vegetal) En sus propias palabras: “We create unisex footwear with high quality materials, not adhering to collections, seasons or trends, whilst designs feature a minimal and natural aesthetic, raw edges and hand-stitched detailing. We work only with leathers that come from vegetable tanneries, focusing as much as we can on natural shoe components, such as recycled, water based products and low chemical content materials. Petrucha shoes have their own spirit and a clean design seemingly simple, yet complex in their creation, are timeless shoes that are made with special care so that they improve with time and never lose their value.”
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Nombre: Brush with Bamboo Localización: Los Ángeles, Estados Unidos Web: https://www.brushwithbamboo.com Producto · Cepillos de dientes (bambú, aceites vegetales) En sus propias palabras: “Brush with Bamboo is the world’s first plantbased toothbrush. Every component of our product is plant-based: bristles, handle, wrapper, and box. Brush with Bamboo is a USDA Certified Biobased Product by United States Government’s Biopreferred Program. Our product is BPA-Free, Vegan, and Verified Non-toxic. Only organic, wild, giant Chinese Moso Bamboo is used for our bamboo toothbrush handles. No pesticides or fertilizers are ever used on our bamboo, likewise, our bamboo is never watered by us, only natural mountain rain.”
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Nombre: Egloo Localización: Roma, Italia Web: http://eglooinfo.it Producto · Calentadores (terracota) En sus propias palabras: “Egloo was born to counter the continual waste of electricity used for heating domestic rooms, offering as an alternative to eating candles providing cleaner energy and economy, exploiting the properties of terracotta which stores heat and releases it slowly and gradually. The air intake of the external dome facilitate the outgoing of the warm air stored between the covers, allowing thermal exchange with the room environment. After only 30 minutes the temperature of the environment surrounding the Egloo will be increased between 2° and 3° degrees.”
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Nombre: Tok Tok Furniture Localización: Koper, Eslovenia Web: http://toktokfurniture.com Producto · Mobiliario y objetos de interior (madera) En sus propias palabras: “TOK TOK is the sound we hear when we knock on wood. According to the old custom, knocking brings us luck and defends us from evil. It also awakens the good spirits living in the wood that will help us. This is what we envision our furniture will bring to you: reliability, eco-friendliness and why not - luck. The basics are pretty simple. The goal is to manufacture beautifully designed and functional furniture in collaboration with local businesses and craftsmen using Slovenian wood and other locally sourced materials.”
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Nombre: Amado Gudek Localización: Singapur Web: https://amadogudek.com Producto · Joyería (bioresinas y acero impreso en 3D) En sus propias palabras: “Our collections are conceptualised, designed and produced in our Singapore atelier. Our bioresin has UV-resistant properties that help to delay ambering of the resin and hence prolonging its lifespan. As opposed to traditional resins that are composed primarily of petroleum-based materials, bioresins contain biobased renewable materials sourced as co-products or from waste streams of other industrial processes, such as wood pulp and bio-fuels production. 3D printed 420 Stainless Steel is infused with bronze, and has a final composition of approximately 60% steel and 40% bronze.”
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Nombre: Ecoalf Localización: Madrid, España Web: https://ecoalf.com Producto · Productos de moda (algodón reciclado, café postconsumo, neumáticos reciclados, redes de pesca, SEAQUAL y lana orgánica) En sus propias palabras: “El objetivo era fabricar la primera generación de productos de moda realizados con materiales reciclados de la misma calidad, diseño y propiedades técnicas que los mejores productos no reciclados. Demostrando que no es necesario seguir abusando de los recursos naturales del planeta de una forma indiscriminada. Tras muchos meses de I+D+i, se lanza al mercado SEAQUAL, un filamento fabricado a partir de plástico PET recogido del fondo del mar junto con Antex y Textil Santanderina Una variedad 100% reciclada, a partir de la cual se consiguen tejidos de la máxima calidad.”
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Nombre: Kaikado Localización: Kioto, Japón Web: https://ecoalf.com Producto · Caddy de té (metal) En sus propias palabras: “Kaikado’s aim was to provide a well-designed, functional tea caddy capable of storing the type of tea leaves commonly sold by dealers. Kaikado produces tea caddies to sell to the general public and for this purpose introduced a portable caddy suited to the individual user. The precision inherent in the hand-made process of the tea caddies is also unique to Kaikado. The double-walled construction guarantees excellent air tightness and will protect tea leaves from humidity whilst helping them to maintain their scent. In addition to being used for storing tea leaves, the caddies be used to hold a wide variety of foodstuffs.”
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Nombre: De Allegri & Frogale Localización: Londres, Reino Unido Web: http://deallegrifogale.com Producto · Diseño industrial En sus propias palabras: “They are lead by a design approach that considers honest, premium and un-conventional materials as well as functionality and longevity of the products. We are interested to work with materials that help preserve our environment with elegance and cleverness. Our challenge is to design furniture and accessories around those materials trying to push the boundaries of each of them.”
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Nombre: SnackTaxi Localización: Plainfield, Estados Unidos Web: http://www.snacktaxi.com Producto · Bolsas de aperitivos (reutilizables, Eco-PUL™) · Textiles (lino, cáñamo y algodón) En sus propias palabras: “What TAXIgoods is all about: crafting goods of the highest quality, that, in the design and in the making, respect our community, environment, and Earth. PUL is a type of laminated fabric. PUL stands for Polyurethane Laminate. PUL fabric starts with lightweight polyester interlock (knit) fabric. The polyester interlock is paired with TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane), a thin stretchy plastic film. These two components are bonded together into a single fabric using a combination of heat, pressure, and adhesive. PUL fabric is made with a “green” adhesive that is solvent-free, environmentally friendly, and releases no volatile organics.”
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Nombre: KIKI Localización: Londres, Reino Unido Web: http://www.kikicraftedwithlove.com Producto · Joyería (papel washi) · Moda infantil (algodón) En sus propias palabras: “KIKI uses quality Japanese textile which is always 100% cotton, it brings truly unique colours and comfort on baby’s sensitive skin. KIKI believes in the quality of handmade products and in the importance of the journey of how things are made. In order to ensure the best care is taken to achieve a beautiful result, we closely work with kimono makers in Japan. Our children’s clothing are handmade by our kimono specialists in Japan near my hometown of Hiroshima. Our Washi art jewellery is handmade by me in Crystal Palace in South London.”
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Nombre: Fujiki Denshiro Shoten Localización: Semboku, Japón Web: http://www.fujikidenshiro.co.jp/e/ Producto · Artesanía de abedul (Kabazaiku) En sus propias palabras: “Kabazaiku (birch craft) are made from wild cherry barks. The origin of the term comes from a song in Manyoshu, where the author expressed a wild cherry as “kaniha”, which later changed to “kaba”. The wild cherry balks are also known to be an eco-friendly material, for its barks revive even after it had been pealed off. The revived barks are called “Nido-Kawa”, also a common material of Kabazaiku. Kakunodate flourished as a castle town residing in Akita.2km long row of Somei-Yoshino (cherry tree) are planted along the Hinokinai River,and more than 400 weeping cherries around Bukeyashiki (old samurai house) create a warm atmosphere.”
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Nombre: Jinja Localización: Espinho, Portugal Web: http://jinjaritual.com/ Producto · Productos para el hogar (residuos textiles reciclados) En sus propias palabras: “Jinja designs and produces a wide range of original, handcrafted products made from 100% recycled textile waste. Founded by portuguese designer Norma Silva, in 2012, Jinja seeks sharing enjoyable rituals from our daily life through beautiful, sustainable products. With an inhouse design experience and access to the most beautiful 100% recycled textile waste, Jinja offers a range of services for both companies and individuals with the aim of sharing enjoyable rituals through our sustainable products.”
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Nombre: Green Forest Soap Localización: Dumfries, Reino Unido Web: http://www.greenforestsoap.co.uk/ Producto · Jabón (saponificación en frío, sin aceite de palma, vegano) En sus propias palabras: “Our soap is made using only the finest naturally sourced ingredients. All bars are handmade using the environmentally friendly and traditional Cold Process Method of soapmaking. The base of each bar is blended from pure vegetable oils and butters - olive, coconut, shea, castor and cocoa. All added nutrients are also of natural origin, with essential oils used to give any scent. There are no artificial ingredients - no colours, preservatives or synthetic fragrances. SLS, SLES and paraben free. Our soaps are entirely palm oil free, unlike most other handmade or mass-produced soap. No animal testing - Free from cruelty.”
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Nombre: Gigs2Go Localización: Nueva York, Estados Unidos Web: http://www.gigs2gousb.com/ Producto · USBs (papel reciclado post-consumo) En sus propias palabras: “The molded paper pulp enclosure is made from 100% post-consumer recycled paper. It’s renewable, biodegradable, lightweight, cheap, and durable enough to ensure that each tab should last for many uses. This seemed like a great opportunity to upcycle the material into a tech product enclosure. And the ability to perforate and tear the material makes it a natural choice for a tear-off thumb drive concept. Each tab is loaded with a chip-on-board (COB) flash memory stick. This type of memory is way more rugged than traditional USB memory. It’s waterproof and shockproof, so you won’t need a cap.”
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Nombre: Jangneus Localización: Dalarna, Suecia Web: http://www.jangneus.com/index.php Producto · Accesorios de cocina (celulosa, lino, algodón, abedul) En sus propias palabras: “The cloths are made from natural and renewable materials; cellulose and cotton and are also 100% biodegradable so after their long and useful lives, they can go straight onto the compost heap. The cloths are individually printed at a family– run printers with eco-friendly inks. The trays are made from the finest birch wood, derived from sustainable Scandinavian forests and are cut from a single sheet of birch, with no knots to interrupt the surface. Each tray is then formed by hand before a high quality finish seals in the design making them dishwasher safe and extremely durable.”