Plastic in the ocean is a huge problem.
At Son of a Sailor, we're deeply committed to making a positive impact on the world, and our SOS Initiative is our way of putting our values into action – with your invaluable support! Each time you make a purchase through our online store, you're not just acquiring beautifully crafted goods; you're also becoming a part of our mission to enact meaningful change for our planet and its inhabitants. Through this initiative, we've pledged to give back in several impactful ways, including planting trees, offsetting carbon emissions, and rescuing plastic from our oceans. And it's thanks to partnerships like the one we have with Plastic Bank that we're able to make a tangible difference.
Every single minute, the equivalent of an entire garbage truck filled with plastic waste finds its way into our oceans. It's a staggering statistic that serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need to address plastic pollution. Without intervention, experts predict that by 2050, the amount of plastic in our oceans could surpass the number of fish. That's where organizations like Plastic Bank come in. By empowering individuals in vulnerable coastal communities to collect plastic waste, Plastic Bank not only cleans up coastlines but also provides essential income opportunities to those in need.
But the impact doesn't end there. The plastic collected by Plastic Bank isn't simply discarded; instead, it undergoes a transformative process, becoming what's known as Social Plastic®. This repurposed plastic material is then utilized in the production of new products and packaging, effectively preventing the need for the creation of additional plastic. So, when you choose to support Son of a Sailor, you're not just making a purchase – you're contributing to a larger movement toward sustainability and environmental stewardship. Together, we're making strides toward a cleaner, healthier planet for generations to come.
