Research and Innovation

A Foundation in Education and Research

With academic backgrounds from Harvard and Dartmouth, our founders' journey began in the world of research. Partnering with Conservation Legacy and the Harvard Institute of Politics, they led multi-university research projects focused on innovative pathways for environmental justice. These experiences shaped their understanding of sustainability, conservation, and the need for impactful change

From the Field to the Lab

The Athletic Edge — High Performance Meets Sustainability

As former Division 1 athletes, our founders understood the demands of high-performance apparel. Their athletic backgrounds taught them the importance of gear that performs without compromise — something they couldn’t find in the current market. This need for functional, sustainable clothing drove them to combine their knowledge of performance with their expertise in environmental sustainability

From Research to Reality

Creating Zenbu — A Brand Born from Experience

Combining their deep expertise in environmental justice and sustainability with their passion for high-performance gear, our founders created Zenbu. Their goal was to develop a brand that brings together the best of both worlds — apparel that performs exceptionally well while supporting the planet. Bamboo became Zenbu's material of choice for its unique qualities, offering both environmental benefits and unmatched performance

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Choosing Bamboo for High-Performance and Sustainability

Why Bamboo Became Our Solution

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