Hylo develops athletic footwear that prioritises both performance and environmental sustainability, using renewable, recyclable and vegan materials. The brand’s launch shoe, introduced in 2020, claims a 52% lower carbon footprint compared with the average running shoe. Hylo is building a community called Athletes for Planet to connect athletes and promote environmental awareness, and has recruited well-known footballers to the movement. The company emphasises innovation in materials science as a form of activism and aims to bridge sport and sustainability. Funds from the recent round will be used for product and brand development, plus expansion of sales and marketing efforts. Michael Doughty is Co‑Founder and Managing Director and the company is UK‑based.

Total raised

$3M

Funding rounds

1

Latest round

Series A

Latest activity

Mar 2022