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When we think trainers, we think sneakerheads, and the expansive resale industry that’s cropped up around this insatiable demand for limited-edition kicks. Yet, the flipside – and more concerning aspect – is, roughly 23 billion pairs of trainers are produced each year, and 300 million of these – likely the widely available athletic shoes that wear out or become worn beyond wear – end up in landfills.