From Depths to Designs: The Healthy Seas® Mission
Key Takeaways from this article
- Through educational initiatives and virtual reality, Healthy Seas® raises awareness of ocean preservation and showcases circular innovation with ECONYL® nylon.
- Brands like Karün, GLDN GAL, ACE, New Weave, and Aquafil support Healthy Seas®, integrating ECONYL® nylon into their products and promoting responsible practices.
As the world edges closer to a tipping point, the importance of sustainability grows ever more urgent. Despite the plethora of conversations and promises for a greener future, genuine action remains a rare gem. Healthy Seas® emerges as an example of hope and tangible progress.
The Healthy Seas® Foundation is dedicated to marine conservation, education, and fostering a culture of prevention.
Beyond raising awareness, Healthy Seas® motivates real change, using education and innovative virtual reality experiences to drive home the urgent need for ocean preservation.
Mixing environmental cleanup with design
The fishing nets recovered by Healthy Seas and suitable for recycling are then sent to Aquafil to be converted, together with other nylon waste such as old carpets, into infinitely recyclable ECONYL® nylon. This innovation allows fashion brands to blend luxury and beautiful designs with responsible choices. Using ECONYL® nylon in their collections, these brands advocate for a shift in resource use, driving a global movement towards rethinking products in a circular perspective.
Brands who use ECONYL® nylon, from small brands and emerging startups to established names, can be significant supporters of Healthy Seas®’s efforts. There are different ways brands can support this magnificent Foundation. Even by only dedicating 1-10% of every sale, they not only contribute to vital cleanup operations but also mirror the foundation’s dedication to nurturing a healthier planet.
Here are 5 champions who support the Foundation:
Karün is an Associate Partner Member, and they champion environmental accountability by crafting sunglasses from ECONYL® nylon. Their commitment extends to a traceability program that reveals both their carbon footprint and the journey of their products from origin to consumer.
GLDN GAL, a luxury American swimwear brand, shines as a dedicated Partner of Healthy Seas®, retailing exclusively in the United States. Their use of ECONYL® yarn in their bikinis showcases a strong commitment to fighting ocean plastic pollution, blending luxury with environmental consciousness.
ACE joins as a Supporting Partner of Healthy Seas®. Their bags, fashioned from ECONYL® nylon, epitomize responsible design by reducing environmental impact and ensuring end-of-life recyclability. ACE’s commitment spans eco-design, ethical labor, and local manufacturing, highlighting their holistic approach to sustainability and ocean conservation.
New Weave, transforms the industry with its unique 3D weaving technique, merging durability and affordability in a more responsible design. As a transparent social business, they’re dedicated to circularity, investing profits into promoting this sustainable ethos with ECONYL® Brand’s support. Moreover, they contribute 5% of every purchase to Healthy Seas®, emphasizing their commitment to environmental stewardship and the circular economy.
The ECONYL® Brand supports the Noho brand in Europe. Rooted in Aotearoa New Zealand’s heritage, noho reflects the Māori principle of kaitiakitanga, emphasizing guardianship of nature. Their flagship, the noho move™ chair, combines ergonomic design with ECONYL® nylon, showcasing their commitment to sustainability. This innovation has garnered international recognition, including the Best of NeoCon Gold, highlighting noho’s leadership in sustainable design.
For those keen on supporting this vision, look for the “Healthy Seas® Member” tag on our e-shop, signaling a commitment to a cleaner, more sustainable future.
