19/08/2026
A huge patch of plastic waste floats in the Pacific Ocean, highlighting the devastating impact our reliance on plastics is having on marine ecosystems. Innovative cleanup systems, such as floating barriers that use ocean currents to collect plastic and bring it back to shore, show that we can take positive action. However, removing existing waste is only part of the solution.
Real change also means reducing the amount of plastic we produce and choosing more sustainable materials wherever possible. Alternatives such as Xanita, a fibre based board made using recycled paper fibres, can help replace plastic based materials in areas such as signage, displays and exhibitions. By designing with recyclable, lower impact materials from the outset, businesses can help reduce plastic waste before it reaches our oceans.
Ocean cleanups offer hope, but prevention, responsible material choices and smarter design are essential to creating lasting change.