Low impact materials & high impact materials by alessia palazzolo https://padlet.com/alessiapalazzolo2/8dgb0jdbmyw776v Leather- high impact material en-us 2025-03-03 00:23:46 UTC 2025-03-03 01:27:19 UTC hello@padlet.com Leather is considered a high impact material because of its significant environmental footprint throughout its lifecycle alessiapalazzolo2 https://padlet.com/alessiapalazzolo2/8dgb0jdbmyw776v/wish/3348281630 2025-03-03 00:37:44 UTC https://padlet.com/alessiapalazzolo2/8dgb0jdbmyw776v/wish/3348281630 Leather is primarily composed of collagen fibers, which is found in animal skin which gives it its strength, flexibility, and durability. During processing, tanning agents like chromium or plant-based tannins are added to prevent rotting and make the leather durable. Other materials like dyes, pigments, and protective coatings can be used to change the color, texture, or finish, creating the final product used in fashion, furniture, and accessories. alessiapalazzolo2 https://padlet.com/alessiapalazzolo2/8dgb0jdbmyw776v/wish/3348290184 2025-03-03 00:48:14 UTC https://padlet.com/alessiapalazzolo2/8dgb0jdbmyw776v/wish/3348290184 The production of leather starts with soaking the animal skin in chemicals to prevent rotting before undergoing tanning, a process that makes the leather durable and flexible. After tanning, the leather is dried, dyed, and finished with oils, waxes, or coatings to enhance its look and feel. Finally, it is cut and shaped into products like bags, shoes, and furniture. alessiapalazzolo2 https://padlet.com/alessiapalazzolo2/8dgb0jdbmyw776v/wish/3348298151 2025-03-03 00:56:51 UTC https://padlet.com/alessiapalazzolo2/8dgb0jdbmyw776v/wish/3348298151 The only benefit that leather has on the environment is that it is a natural, durable material, which means that leather products can last for decades, reducing waste compared to fast fashion or synthetic alternatives. alessiapalazzolo2 https://padlet.com/alessiapalazzolo2/8dgb0jdbmyw776v/wish/3348302007 2025-03-03 01:00:31 UTC https://padlet.com/alessiapalazzolo2/8dgb0jdbmyw776v/wish/3348302007 Leather is a versatile material with a wide range of applications across different industries due to its durability, flexibility, and aesthetic appeal. Leather is typically used for fashion, accessories, furniture, interior design, automotive, sporting goods, and so on... alessiapalazzolo2 https://padlet.com/alessiapalazzolo2/8dgb0jdbmyw776v/wish/3348307931 2025-03-03 01:05:33 UTC https://padlet.com/alessiapalazzolo2/8dgb0jdbmyw776v/wish/3348307931 Many brands across fashion, lifestyle, and luxury industries are currently using leather in their products, often focusing on high-quality craftsmanship and durability. Some well-known brands include Bottega Veneta, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Coach, Stella McCartney, BMW, Tesla, Wilson, and so on. alessiapalazzolo2 https://padlet.com/alessiapalazzolo2/8dgb0jdbmyw776v/wish/3348316039 2025-03-03 01:13:16 UTC https://padlet.com/alessiapalazzolo2/8dgb0jdbmyw776v/wish/3348316039 High impact materials, like leather, negatively impact the environment since the process of creating these materials often has a large carbon footprint and negatively impacts the planet's ecosystems. Brands are addressing the environmental impact of leather by adopting more sustainable practices such as sourcing ethically produced leather from farms. Additionally, companies are experimenting with vegan leather alternatives that do not involve animals. alessiapalazzolo2 https://padlet.com/alessiapalazzolo2/8dgb0jdbmyw776v/wish/3348332140 2025-03-03 01:27:18 UTC https://padlet.com/alessiapalazzolo2/8dgb0jdbmyw776v/wish/3348332140