What is Plant-Based EVA and How Does It Work?

Plant-based EVA (ethylene vinyl acetate) is shaping the future of sustainable product design. It offers the same durability and flexibility as traditional EVA but is made from renewable resources like sugarcane instead of fossil fuels. At Vectair, we’ve introduced plant-based EVA into our latest aircare platform, V-Air Flow, as part of our ongoing commitment to lower-impact materials. This allows us to deliver the high performance our customers expect, while supporting a more responsible approach to design.

What Is Plant-Based EVA?

Plant-based EVA replaces fossil fuel inputs with bio-sourced materials, most commonly sugarcane. It matches the strength, flexibility, and reliability of conventional EVA but with a reduced environmental footprint. This shift highlights the industry’s increasing commitment to sustainable sourcing and longer-lasting product lifecycles.

A recent study from the National Library of Medicine highlights how properly accounting for carbon capture during the growth of renewable materials such as sugarcane, can reveal meaningful environmental benefits. When biogenic carbon is accurately measured, plant-based materials like EVA can show a significantly lower carbon footprint compared to fossil-based plastics. These findings support the industry-wide shift toward more responsible sourcing and improved end-of-life outcomes. Vectair has incorporated plant-based EVA into our latest aircare platform, V-Air Flow, as part of our ongoing commitment to innovative materials that reduce environmental impact without compromising performance.

Designed for Performance and the Planet

Choosing plant-based EVA is not about compromise. It delivers the same quality and functionality our customers rely on while helping us reduce environmental impact. Each component in the V-Air Flow is thoughtfully selected to support durability and waste reduction.

Recognized for Responsible Innovation

Our focus on smarter materials has earned industry recognition. Vectair was recently awarded the EcoVadis Silver Rating, placing us in the top 15% of companies assessed globally for sustainability performance. Moving from “Committed” to Silver status reflects the tangible progress we are making across product development, sourcing, and design.

By continuing to invest in materials like plant-based EVA, we’re proving that innovation and responsibility go hand in hand. Even small changes in sourcing can lead to meaningful long-term impact.

Let’s keep reimagining what is possible when performance and sustainability work together. At Vectair, we remain committed to designing solutions that serve both our customers and the planet.