Sustainable Footwear Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented By Product Type, By Gender By Sales Channel By Region & Competition, 2021-2031F

Description

The Global Sustainable Footwear Market will grow from USD 6.89 Billion in 2025 to USD 9.67 Billion by 2031 at a 5.81% CAGR. Sustainable footwear consists of shoes manufactured using biological or recycled materials and processed through ethically governed supply chains that minimize carbon emissions.

Market Overview
Forecast Period	2027-2031
Market Size 2025	USD 6.89 Billion
Market Size 2031	USD 9.67 Billion
CAGR 2026-2031	5.81%
Fastest Growing Segment	Women
Largest Market	Asia Pacific

Key Market Drivers

Escalating consumer demand for eco-friendly and ethically produced footwear is fundamentally reshaping market dynamics, compelling manufacturers to align their operational strategies with robust environmental stewardship. This shift is driving tangible business expansion for brands that prioritize sustainability, creating a landscape where ecological integrity is a primary determinant of commercial success.

Key Market Challenges

The elevated cost associated with scaling innovative production methods and verifying material origins constitutes a severe impediment to the expansion of the Global Sustainable Footwear Market. Transitioning to eco-friendly manufacturing requires significant upfront investment in advanced technologies and ethically certified supply chains. These expenditures substantially increase operational overhead, often forcing manufacturers to operate with compressed profit margins or pass costs to consumers, which restricts mass market adoption.

Key Market Trends

The expansion of brand-led re-commerce and resale programs is emerging as a critical revenue channel that decouples financial growth from resource extraction. Unlike traditional linear retail models, this trend leverages durability to extend product lifecycles, effectively monetizing inventory multiple times while addressing post-consumer waste. Major footwear entities are increasingly integrating peer-to-peer marketplaces and take-back schemes directly into their digital ecosystems to retain customer engagement and control second-life product quality.

Key Market Players

adidas AG
Nike Inc.
New Balance Athletics, Inc
Giesswein Walkwaren Aktiengesellschaft
Authentic Brands Group, LLC
Native shoes
Rothy's, Reformation
Amour Vert
Matisse Footwear
Nisolo

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Sustainable Footwear Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Sustainable Footwear Market, By Product Type:

Athletic and Non-athletic

Sustainable Footwear Market, By Gender:

Men
Women

Sustainable Footwear Market, By Sales Channel:

Supermarkets/Hypermarkets
Specialty Stores
Online
Shoe Stores
Others

Sustainable Footwear Market, By Region:

North America
United States
Canada
Mexico
Europe
France
United Kingdom
Italy
Germany
Spain
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
Australia
South Korea
South America
Brazil
Argentina
Colombia
Middle East & Africa
South Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Sustainable Footwear Market.

Available Customizations:

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1. Product Overview

1.1. Market Definition
1.2. Scope of the Market
- 1.2.1. Markets Covered
- 1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
- 1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Objective of the Study
2.2. Baseline Methodology
2.3. Key Industry Partners
2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
2.5. Forecasting Methodology
2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Overview of the Market
3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends

4. Voice of Customer

5. Global Sustainable Footwear Market Outlook

5.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 5.1.1. By Value
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 5.2.1. By Product Type (Athletic and Non-athletic)
- 5.2.2. By Gender (Men, Women)
- 5.2.3. By Sales Channel (Supermarkets/Hypermarkets, Specialty Stores, Online, Shoe Stores, Others)
- 5.2.4. By Region
- 5.2.5. By Company (2025)
5.3. Market Map

6. North America Sustainable Footwear Market Outlook

6.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.1.1. By Value
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.2.1. By Product Type
- 6.2.2. By Gender
- 6.2.3. By Sales Channel
- 6.2.4. By Country
6.3. North America: Country Analysis
- 6.3.1. United States Sustainable Footwear Market Outlook
  - 6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.2.1. By Product Type
    - 6.3.1.2.2. By Gender
    - 6.3.1.2.3. By Sales Channel
- 6.3.2. Canada Sustainable Footwear Market Outlook
  - 6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.2.1. By Product Type
    - 6.3.2.2.2. By Gender
    - 6.3.2.2.3. By Sales Channel
- 6.3.3. Mexico Sustainable Footwear Market Outlook
  - 6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.2.1. By Product Type
    - 6.3.3.2.2. By Gender
    - 6.3.3.2.3. By Sales Channel

7. Europe Sustainable Footwear Market Outlook

7.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.1.1. By Value
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.2.1. By Product Type
- 7.2.2. By Gender
- 7.2.3. By Sales Channel
- 7.2.4. By Country
7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
- 7.3.1. Germany Sustainable Footwear Market Outlook
  - 7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.2.1. By Product Type
    - 7.3.1.2.2. By Gender
    - 7.3.1.2.3. By Sales Channel
- 7.3.2. France Sustainable Footwear Market Outlook
  - 7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.2.1. By Product Type
    - 7.3.2.2.2. By Gender
    - 7.3.2.2.3. By Sales Channel
- 7.3.3. United Kingdom Sustainable Footwear Market Outlook
  - 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.2.1. By Product Type
    - 7.3.3.2.2. By Gender
    - 7.3.3.2.3. By Sales Channel
- 7.3.4. Italy Sustainable Footwear Market Outlook
  - 7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.2.1. By Product Type
    - 7.3.4.2.2. By Gender
    - 7.3.4.2.3. By Sales Channel
- 7.3.5. Spain Sustainable Footwear Market Outlook
  - 7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.2.1. By Product Type
    - 7.3.5.2.2. By Gender
    - 7.3.5.2.3. By Sales Channel

8. Asia Pacific Sustainable Footwear Market Outlook

8.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.1.1. By Value
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.2.1. By Product Type
- 8.2.2. By Gender
- 8.2.3. By Sales Channel
- 8.2.4. By Country
8.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis
- 8.3.1. China Sustainable Footwear Market Outlook
  - 8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.2.1. By Product Type
    - 8.3.1.2.2. By Gender
    - 8.3.1.2.3. By Sales Channel
- 8.3.2. India Sustainable Footwear Market Outlook
  - 8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.2.1. By Product Type
    - 8.3.2.2.2. By Gender
    - 8.3.2.2.3. By Sales Channel
- 8.3.3. Japan Sustainable Footwear Market Outlook
  - 8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.2.1. By Product Type
    - 8.3.3.2.2. By Gender
    - 8.3.3.2.3. By Sales Channel
- 8.3.4. South Korea Sustainable Footwear Market Outlook
  - 8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.2.1. By Product Type
    - 8.3.4.2.2. By Gender
    - 8.3.4.2.3. By Sales Channel
- 8.3.5. Australia Sustainable Footwear Market Outlook
  - 8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.2.1. By Product Type
    - 8.3.5.2.2. By Gender
    - 8.3.5.2.3. By Sales Channel

9. Middle East & Africa Sustainable Footwear Market Outlook

9.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.1.1. By Value
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.2.1. By Product Type
- 9.2.2. By Gender
- 9.2.3. By Sales Channel
- 9.2.4. By Country
9.3. Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis
- 9.3.1. Saudi Arabia Sustainable Footwear Market Outlook
  - 9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.2.1. By Product Type
    - 9.3.1.2.2. By Gender
    - 9.3.1.2.3. By Sales Channel
- 9.3.2. UAE Sustainable Footwear Market Outlook
  - 9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.2.1. By Product Type
    - 9.3.2.2.2. By Gender
    - 9.3.2.2.3. By Sales Channel
- 9.3.3. South Africa Sustainable Footwear Market Outlook
  - 9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.2.1. By Product Type
    - 9.3.3.2.2. By Gender
    - 9.3.3.2.3. By Sales Channel

10. South America Sustainable Footwear Market Outlook

10.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.1.1. By Value
10.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.2.1. By Product Type
- 10.2.2. By Gender
- 10.2.3. By Sales Channel
- 10.2.4. By Country
10.3. South America: Country Analysis
- 10.3.1. Brazil Sustainable Footwear Market Outlook
  - 10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.2.1. By Product Type
    - 10.3.1.2.2. By Gender
    - 10.3.1.2.3. By Sales Channel
- 10.3.2. Colombia Sustainable Footwear Market Outlook
  - 10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.2.1. By Product Type
    - 10.3.2.2.2. By Gender
    - 10.3.2.2.3. By Sales Channel
- 10.3.3. Argentina Sustainable Footwear Market Outlook
  - 10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.2.1. By Product Type
    - 10.3.3.2.2. By Gender
    - 10.3.3.2.3. By Sales Channel

11. Market Dynamics

11.1. Drivers
11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends & Developments

12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)
12.2. Product Launches (If Any)
12.3. Recent Developments

13. Global Sustainable Footwear Market: SWOT Analysis

14. Porter's Five Forces Analysis

14.1. Competition in the Industry
14.2. Potential of New Entrants
14.3. Power of Suppliers
14.4. Power of Customers
14.5. Threat of Substitute Products

15. Competitive Landscape

15.1. adidas AG
- 15.1.1. Business Overview
- 15.1.2. Products & Services
- 15.1.3. Recent Developments
- 15.1.4. Key Personnel
- 15.1.5. SWOT Analysis
15.2. Nike Inc.
15.3. New Balance Athletics, Inc
15.4. Giesswein Walkwaren Aktiengesellschaft
15.5. Authentic Brands Group, LLC
15.6. Native shoes
15.7. Rothy's, Reformation
15.8. Amour Vert
15.9. Matisse Footwear
15.10. Nisolo