Sustainable Footwear Market Analysis | 2024-2030

Market Insights

The sustainable footwear market was estimated at USD 8.4 billion in 2023 and is likely to grow at a CAGR of 6.35% during 2024-2030 to reach USD 12.96 billion in 2030.

Market Dynamics

Introduction

Sustainable footwear represents an innovative approach to designing and producing shoes with minimal environmental impact. By using eco-friendly materials such as recycled plastics, organic cotton, and biodegradable alternatives, these products reduce waste and carbon emissions. Manufacturers prioritize ethical practices, including fair labor conditions and resource-efficient processes, to promote social and environmental responsibility. Sustainable footwear often features durable construction, extending product life and minimizing disposal. With growing consumer awareness of climate change and environmental conservation, sustainable footwear blends style, comfort, and purpose, catering to individuals who value eco-conscious living while supporting global efforts toward sustainability and circular economy principles.

Market Drivers

Growing consumer awareness and concern about environmental issues is one of the key factors propelling market expansion. A noticeable change in consumer awareness has occurred in recent years, as more people are aware of the negative environmental effects of traditional footwear production. Conventional footwear production frequently uses a lot of natural resources, which contributes to resource depletion. Ecosystems have traditionally suffered greatly from the exploitation of resources like leather and rubber as well as energy-intensive production, coloring, and shipping procedures. Customers are looking for alternatives as they become more conscious of these problems.

Key Players

The following are the key players in the sustainable footwear market:

• Adidas AG
• AMOUR VERT
• MATISSE FOOTWEAR
• Native Shoes.
• NISOLO
• Reformation
• Rothy's
• Threads 4 Thought
• Tropicfeel
• Veja

Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.

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Segment Analysis

By End-User Type

"Men are estimated to be to be the fastest-growing end-user type during the forecast period"

Based on the end-user type, the market is segmented as men, women, and children. Among this, men are estimated to be to be the fastest-growing end-user type, owing to several factors, such as the increasing popularity of sustainable athletic footwear appeal among men and the increasing number of product launches within the sustainable footwear space for men.

Regional Analysis

"Asia-Pacific is estimated to be the largest as well as the fastest-growing sustainable footwear market during the forecast period"

In terms of regions, Asia-Pacific is estimated to be the largest as well as the fastest-growing sustainable footwear market during the forecast period, with China and India being the major growth propellers of the region. This is due to the increasing disposable income, rapid urbanization, and inclination towards the latest fashion trends.

Research Methodology

• This strategic assessment report, from Stratview Research, provides a comprehensive analysis that reflects today’s functional sustainable footwear market realities and future market possibilities for the forecast period.
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• More than 1,000 authenticated secondary sources, such as company annual reports, fact books, press releases, journals, investor presentations, white papers, patents, and articles, have been leveraged to gather the data.
• We conducted more than 15 detailed primary interviews with market players across the value chain in all four regions and industry experts to obtain both qualitative and quantitative insights.

Report Features

This report provides market intelligence in the most comprehensive way. The report structure has been kept such that it offers maximum business value. It provides critical insights into market dynamics and will enable strategic decision-making for existing market players as well as those willing to enter the market. The following are the key features of the report:

• Market structure: Overview, industry life cycle analysis, supply chain analysis.
• Market environment analysis: Growth drivers and constraints, Porter’s five forces analysis, SWOT analysis.
• Market trend and forecast analysis.
• Market segment trend and forecast.
• Competitive landscape and dynamics: Market share, Service portfolio, New Product Launches, etc.
• COVID-19 impact and its recovery curve
• Attractive market segments and associated growth opportunities.
• Emerging trends.
• Strategic growth opportunities for the existing and new players.
• Key success factors.

Market Segmentation

This report studies the market covering 12 years of trend and forecast. The report provides detailed insights into the market dynamics to enable informed business decision-making and growth strategy formulation based on the opportunities present in the market

The sustainable footwear market is segmented into the following categories:

By Type

• Athletic 
• Non-Athletic

By End-User Type

• Men 
• Women 
• Children 

By Region

• North America (Country Analysis: the USA, Canada, and Mexico) 
• Europe (Country Analysis: Germany, France, the UK, Russia, Spain, and Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (Country Analysis: China, Japan, India, South Korea, and Rest of Asia-Pacific)
• Rest of the World (Sub-Region Analysis: Latin America, the Middle East, and Others)

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• Detailed profiling of additional market players (up to three players)
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Competitive Benchmarking

• Benchmarking of key players on the following parameters: product portfolio, geographical reach, regional presence, and strategic alliances

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