Sustainable backpack for women and men on the back of a woman in Amsterdam

Sustainable backpack - the trend for environmentally conscious adventurers

A sustainable backpack is not only stylish, it also stands for conscious consumption. More and more people are favouring environmentally friendly alternatives. We a myBagFactory value sustainability, which is why we offer backpacks made from high-quality materials such as recycled marine plastic and recycled PET.

How can you recognise a sustainable backpack?

You can recognise a sustainable backpack first and foremost by its environmentally friendly materials. While conventional backpacks are often made from newly produced plastic, sustainable models use recycled raw materials such as ocean plastic and recycled PET. These materials not only conserve resources, but also actively contribute to reducing plastic waste. Other features of a sustainable backpack include:

Vegan materials and alternatives to animal products.
Waterproof and robust fabrics that guarantee a long service life.

1. recycled marine plastic: from ocean to backpack

Our sustainable backpacks are made from recycled ocean plastic, which is extracted from the oceans. This is plastic waste that is fished out of the sea to combat ocean pollution. The manufacturing process is complex and consists of several steps:

Collection and purification: Plastic waste is collected from the sea, often by specialised organisations and local fishermen. The waste is sorted, cleaned and freed from other contaminants.

Shredding and melting: The cleaned plastic is shredded and then melted to produce new plastic fibres.

Fabric production: These plastic fibres are woven into robust textiles, which are then used to produce our sustainable backpacks.

By using marine plastic, we actively contribute to the reduction of plastic waste and protect marine life. One of our bestsellers is the sustainable backpack AHI by SONS OF ALOHA, this fantastic backpack is our bestseller for a reason, besides its cool look it is also practical:

Material: Waterproof 1000 D Tarpaulin
extra 15’ laptop compartment, spacious inner compartment with mesh pocket, trolley fix and two bottle holders
Back padding

2. recycled PET: bottles become textiles

Another important component of our backpacks is recycled PET, which is obtained from old plastic bottles. The process of recycling PET bottles is as follows:

Collection of the bottles: Old PET bottles are collected and sorted according to colour and quality.
Cleaning and shredding: The bottles are cleaned, labelled and shredded.
Regranulation: The shredded bottles are melted down and processed into small pellets.
Fibre production: These pellets are then turned into new plastic fibres that are woven into robust textiles.

These textiles are durable, water-repellent and hard-wearing - perfect for a sustainable waterproof backpack that will accompany you through all weather conditions. Our favourite from the sustainable backpack category is the KANE XL roll-top backpack from SONS OF ALOHA, which can be adjusted to your needs thanks to its closure.

A sustainable backpack is made from environmentally friendly materials and aims to minimise the ecological footprint as much as possible. We use innovative, recycled materials such as marine plastic and recycled PET to not only conserve resources, but also actively contribute to reducing waste.

Less plastic waste: By using recycled marine plastic, waste from the oceans is put to good use.
Conservation of resources: Production from recycled PET saves energy and resources compared to the production of new plastics.
High quality and durability: Our materials are robust and guarantee a long service life.

In addition to countless variations of backpacks, there is also the trendy duffel bag & backpack MALU from SONS OF ALOHA made from recycled ocean plastic.

1. are backpacks made from recycled material really robust?

Yes, our backpacks made from recycled PET and marine plastic are extremely robust and durable. The materials are water-repellent and abrasion-resistant.

2. how is recycled ocean plastic obtained?

The plastic is collected from the sea, cleaned, shredded and processed into new plastic fibres, which are then woven into textiles.

3. can I also use a sustainable backpack as a laptop bag?

Yes, many of our sustainable backpacks for women are equipped with special laptop compartments and are perfect as laptop bags.

5. how do I look after my recycled backpack properly?

Clean your backpack gently by hand with lukewarm water and mild soap to protect the material. We advise you not to put your sustainable backpack in the washing machine.

6 Why should you buy a sustainable backpack from us?

Our backpacks are made from high-quality, recycled materials such as ocean plastic and PET. We offer well thought-out designs, excellent value for money thanks to the lack of middlemen and our products are designed in Munich. Quality and sustainability are our top priorities.

A sustainable backpack made from recycled marine plastic or PET is the ideal choice for anyone who values environmental awareness and high quality. Our backpacks combine innovative materials, well thought-out design and durability. If you're looking for a sustainable, stylish and functional backpack, then you've come to the right place. In addition to our sustainable backpacks, we also offer ladies backpacks and men's backpacks. So what are you waiting for? Choose one of our sustainable backpacks and make a positive difference for the environment. Browse now, click and buy a sustainable backpack from myBagFactory.