Case Study • Sustainability
Kind Bag’s Plastic Bottle Recycling Story
How we turn plastic bottle recycling into beautiful RPET bags—real impact in numbers, a look behind the scenes, and voices from our community.
Real impact in numbers
We don’t just talk about sustainability—we measure it. Since launch, Kind Bag has recycled:
*Update this total with your latest verified figure. †Bottle equivalents vary by product; see product pages for exact specs.
From waste to something worth carrying
Collected & sorted
Post‑consumer PET bottles are collected and sorted for quality recycling.
Cleaned & shredded
Labels and residues are removed; bottles are shredded into clean flakes.
Spun into RPET
Flakes are melted and spun into yarn, then woven into strong, lightweight fabric.
Behind the scenes: ethical production partners
People first
We select partners that prioritise safe, fair working conditions and responsible practices.
Quality you can feel
Durable stitching, thoughtful design, and everyday usability—built to last and reduce waste.
Transparency
We share how our products are made and continually improve our materials and processes.
What our customers say
“I love knowing my Kind Bag is made from recycled bottles. It’s sturdy, stylish, and I use it every day.”
— Sarah, London
“I bought one as a gift and kept it! It feels great to carry something that helps reduce plastic waste.”
— Alex, Manchester
“The eco‑story resonates. I’ve replaced so many single‑use bags and always get compliments on the prints.”
— Priya, Bristol
Bigger than a bag: the circular economy
Plastic bottle recycling is part of a wider shift to a circular economy—keeping materials in use and out of nature. By choosing a Kind Bag, you help reduce plastic waste, cut demand for virgin materials, and support responsible production.
Be part of the change
Carry a recycled Kind Bag and turn plastic waste into something worth keeping.