The Yogamatters Aqua Evolve Yoga Mat is sustainable innovation at its best. Made by turning algae blooms into eco-foams for use in products - it’s a yoga mat that helps clean the environment. The problem Algae blooms pose a major problem for communities around the...
A solution-based approach to sustainability …
Recently we worked with photographer Chris Parkes on a Polartec sustainability project. Check out his Instagram @chris.parkes.photo. The images are amazing. We grabbed a quick, virtual coffee with him and grilled him on his latest project “Full Circle”. This is...
Buying outdoor kit? Spend consciously this Earth Day. Here are our eco heroes …
On 22nd April more than 193 countries will celebrate Earth Day. Earth Day was established in 1970 and was set aside to demonstrate support for environmental protection. Getting outdoors is trending. Trekitt, the outdoor retailer, saw a 99% rise in...
Abbie’s quick pizza
Ingredients: 300 ml low-fat Greek yoghurt300 grams self-raising flourPinch of salt I mix all of the ingredients until they form a dough and top with my favourites. This one's got chopped tomatoes with garlic and basil, lots of oyster mushrooms and chicken breast...
Fleece was invented in 1981: innovation didn’t stop there. Polartec celebrates 30 years of innovation!
In most outdoor wardrobes, fleece is the go-to. Since its invention in 1981 by the then Malden Mills, it has graced hills and high street and is worn by hikers and the fashion crowd the world over. Its appeal? It works so well. It’s warm, breathable, soft,...
Apparently we’re going to break our NY resolutions on the 17th of Jan …
You know all those New Year’s Resolutions that we made on the 1st January? Well, apparently, we will break them on the 17th January. Sunday will be the day that we start to eat junk again, drink beer and stop walking/running/cycling. ...