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KitePride
Bern, CHImpact-drivenNon-Profit EnterpriseSustainable ProductsClimate & Environmental Protection
Impact3Sustainability Goals
Employees2 - 10
Founded2017
LocationBern
About KitePride
kitepride.com is an eco-friendly fashion brand specializing in unique bags and accessories crafted from upcycled materials, primarily salvaged kites and sails. Founded in 2017, the organization is committed to "RE:create a sustainable future by making fashion out of waste" and upholding fair trade practices. It emphasizes being "Kind to the environment - Kind to people." KitePride has generated over 58,000 hours of fair work and salvaged more than 23,000 square meters of materials, producing over 72,000 one-of-a-kind items. The brand also offers B2B corporate solutions and encourages kite donations.
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Sustainability Goals
Responsible Consumption & Production
Waste Reduction through Textile Upcycling
KitePride creates unique bags and accessories from salvaged kites and sails, preventing these materials from becoming waste and fostering a circular economy. The organization has diverted over 23,000 square meters of used materials from landfills.
Decent Work & Economic Growth
Fair Work in Sustainable Fashion
The organization is committed to fair trade practices and has generated over 58,000 hours of safe and fair work, emphasizing its dedication to decent employment opportunities.
Climate Action
Eco-friendly Products for Climate Mitigation
By transforming waste materials into high-quality products, KitePride contributes to reducing environmental footprint and minimizes the need for new resources, combating climate change.
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Q1What is kitepride.com's core mission and impact?
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kitepride.com's core mission is to "RE:create a sustainable future by making fashion out of waste" while being "Kind to the environment - Kind to people." The organization has generated over 58,000 hours of fair work and salvaged more than 23,000 square meters of materials, leading to the production of over 72,000 unique items. This significantly contributes to SDGs 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) and 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth).
Q2What kind of products does kitepride.com offer?
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kitepride.com offers a variety of unique bags and accessories crafted from upcycled materials, primarily salvaged kites and sails. The product lineup includes eco-friendly backpacks, sustainable totes, versatile pouches, and sustainable carry-on and travel gear.
Q3When was kitepride.com founded and where is it headquartered?
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kitepride.com was founded in Tel Aviv in 2017 and is now headquartered in Bern, Switzerland. The organization's founding story is documented in the book "NoFilter" by Tabea Oppliger.
Q4Does kitepride.com offer services beyond product sales?
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Yes, kitepride.com engages in various initiatives beyond product sales. For businesses, they offer B2B "Corporate Solutions & Gifts," providing sustainable corporate gift options with social and environmental impact. Additionally, individuals can "Donate a kite" to contribute materials for their upcycling process.
Q5How large is kitepride.com as an organization?
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kitepride.com is a smaller organization. Its staff count ranges from 2 to 10 employees.
Q6Which SDGs does kitepride.com primarily support?
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kitepride.com primarily supports SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) through material upcycling and SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) by creating fair employment opportunities. The organization also contributes secondarily to SDG 13 (Climate Action).
