Waste360
8 September 2026
Sneaker Takeback Is Growing - Can Material Recovery Keep Pace?
Why It Matters for ITAD
Market movements like this can signal shifts in demand for ITAD services. New technologies may create opportunities or challenges for equipment processing.
Millions of pairs are moving through collection and resale networks, but only a fraction reaches true recycling. New pilots and 2026 research show that sorting technology, processing costs, and demand for recovered rubber and foam will determine whether the system can scale.
Key Takeaways
- • Sneaker Takeback Is Growing - Can Material Recovery Keep Pace?.
- • New pilots and 2026 research show that sorting technology, processing costs, and demand for recovered rubber and foam will determine whether the system can scale.
