The North Face has partnered with upcycling and recycling pioneer TerraCycle to keep plastic polybags, which are used to protect apparel through distribution and transit, out of landfills.
The North Face said its Polybag Brigade will divert 100% of the polybag packaging waste at twenty The North Face retail stores in the United States where #4 plastic bags are not readily recyclable.
“Eliminating waste at all stages of the product lifecycle is a key component of The North Face comprehensive sustainability program,” said Adam Mott, The North Face Corporate Sustainability Manager. “This partnership with TerraCycle is helpful in diverting this packaging waste stream from landfills.”
Through The North Face Polybag Brigade, The North Face and TerraCycle are actively pursuing a solution to a common packaging waste problem in the apparel industry. TerraCycle will repurpose the bags into various products such as plastic lumber, bike racks, pavers, kitchen utensils and plastic tote bags for re-use.
“TerraCycle is excited to partner with such an iconic brand that is already a leader in sustainability and environmental responsibility,” said Tom Szaky, TerraCycle CEO. “Through this polybag recycling initiative, we both hope to set a new standard for resource conservation and recycling in the retail supply chain.”
