Nike Follows In Puma’s Footsteps By Ditching Leather Made From Kangaroos

Nike has announced that it will be phasing out kangaroo leather from its shoe portfolio, following in the footsteps of Puma. The decision came after finding a vegan synthetic alternative that offers better performance and eliminates the need for kangaroo leather in their supply chain. This move by Nike and Puma, along with other fashion brands rejecting kangaroo leather, is seen as a significant step towards wildlife protection, particularly in Australia where kangaroos are commercially slaughtered.

Animal activists, such as the Center for a Humane Economy, have praised Nike's decision, calling it a seismic event in wildlife protection. They urge Adidas to follow suit and for Australia to shut down its commercial kangaroo-killing industry. The Australian industry, however, claims that any bans on culling could lead to overpopulation and impact animal welfare, arguing that kangaroos are a sustainable option for leather production.