38. Is There an Alternative to Toxic Solvent-Based Gear Coatings? with Gabriella Whittaker
Outdoor Minimalist30 Touko 2022

38. Is There an Alternative to Toxic Solvent-Based Gear Coatings? with Gabriella Whittaker

In episode 38 of the Outdoor Minimalist Podcast, we do a deep dive into a topic that I’ve been wanting to learn more about for quite some time but wasn’t sure where to look.

We are discussing solvent-based coatings. These are the waterproof and abrasion resistant coatings that we apply on a lot of our outdoor textiles from tents to backpacks, pants, and more.

Solvent-based coatings have quite the impact environmentally and socially. Luckily I had the pleasure of talking with someone that is working to help shift the industry away from toxic solvent based coatings to a safer alternative.

Gabriella Whittaker is a relatively new member of the outdoor industry professionally, but she has been an avid participant in the outdoors since before she could walk. She grew up skiing and climbing in the mountains of Washington and Idaho, and her time spent in nature fueled a passion for protecting these environments. Now, she has found a space for her love of sustainability to make an impact on the outdoor industry through PolyCore Solutions.

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YOUTUBE: @theoutdoorminimalist

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POLYCORE SOLUTIONS

WEBSITE: https://polycoresolutions.com/

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YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCif_rqcK12vmUWELQoQh4Rw/featured

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