In Brief: Gucci's Eco-Shoes, Calatrava in Russia, MCNY's 'Greatest Grid,' Photojournalists of the Year
Ready for this jelly? Gucci’s “Marola Green” ballerina flats, made from biodegradable plastic.
• Gucci parent PPR doesn’t mess around when it comes to sustainability. The conglomerate, which reported 2011 revenues of €12.2 billion (approximately $15 billion at current exchange), recently announced an ambitious five-year plan that sets targets for everything from carbon emissions to sourcing of raw materials. On a related noted, Gucci (via licensee Safilo) now offers sustainable sunglasses in eco-friendly packaging. Next up: shoes.
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