San Diego Tourism brings Flipfloptimism to TED2026.

Propelled by Soleic®, developed in San Diego’s Algenesis Labs

Soleic® Foams Benefits

  • Fully biodegradable — Designed to break down in compost, soil or the ocean without leaving persistent microplastics
  • Low carbon — Significantly reduces carbon footprint
  • Plant-based — Made from non-food renewable feedstocks
  • Durable — Performance comparable to traditional petroleum-based plastics
  • No toxic residue — Ecotoxicity tested for biodegraded polymers

We teamed up with the San Diego Tourism Authority to put a little San Diego sunshine in every TED2026 attendee’s stride. Flipfloptimism is part footwear, part mindset, and 100% biodegradable. Stamped with positive affirmations on the sole, these flip-flops let you spread optimism wherever you go, supporting your feet while supporting a circular materials economy. And when you’re done wearing them, they’re designed to break down without leaving microplastics behind. So, every step you take feels good in more ways than one.

Step into a San Diego state of mind and see where your optimism can take you.

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