When people think of Allbirds, they think of one of the most recognizable names in sustainable footwear. Known for its clean designs, natural materials, and dedication to reducing environmental impact, Allbirds has helped shift the conversation in the footwear industry toward responsibility and sustainability. For Blumaka, collaborating with Allbirds is more than just a project—it is validation that our mission and our materials belong at the very highest level of the industry.
Blumaka was founded on a simple but disruptive idea: use what the footwear industry already throws away to create something better. Every year, factories discard enough high-quality foam to make 5 billion insoles or 2.5 billion midsoles like the one featured in the Remix Collection. Most of this foam ends up in landfills or burned as waste. We’ve proven that this foam can be transformed into high-performance midsoles and insoles that not only match the durability of traditional materials, but outperform them.
Our collaboration with Allbirds centered on exactly that premise. Instead of reaching for virgin foam, we provided Allbirds with midsoles created from 85% recycled content by volume—proving that sustainability and performance do not need to be trade-offs. The result was footwear that delivered the comfort and durability Allbirds is known for, while dramatically reducing waste and environmental footprint.
This partnership underscores something we’ve believed from the beginning: sustainable innovation is not about compromise. Too often, “eco-friendly” is thought of as a lesser version of the original. At Blumaka, we see it differently. Our recycled foams are built to last longer, feel better, and perform at a higher level than most virgin foams. And when a global leader like Allbirds chooses to integrate our materials into their shoes, it sends a clear message to the entire industry—sustainability is not just an ideal, it is the future.
For Blumaka, being part of an Allbirds shoe is more than an exciting collaboration; it’s a milestone. It tells athletes, consumers, and brands alike that the work we’re doing matters. We’re proving that waste can be turned into something extraordinary, and that sustainability can sit at the center of the footwear industry without sacrificing performance or design.
As we continue to scale our efforts, collaborations like this one give us both inspiration and credibility. The footwear industry has a long way to go in addressing its environmental impact, but by working together, progress is possible. At Blumaka, we’re proud to stand alongside Allbirds and demonstrate that the future of footwear can—and should—be built on sustainability.
