World Oceans Day: Diving into Ocean Conservation

Every year on June 8th, we celebrate World Oceans Day, a global initiative to raise awareness about the vital role our oceans play in sustaining life on our planet!

The big blue sea covers over 70% of our planet, but it’s more than just a nice view and a place to have fun. It regulates the planet’s climate, provides us with food, and is home to an incredible amount of diverse marine life. However, human activities like pollution and overfishing threaten our oceans and the life within them! That’s why we feel it’s important to bring awareness to these issues and what we can all do to help minimise the impact we are having on our seas!

By educating ourselves and others about the challenges our oceans face, we can help inspire action. Here are some ways that you can help to spread the word:

● Share on Social Media: Use the hashtag #WorldOceansDay to share interesting facts, photos, and resources about ocean conservation.

● Organize a Beach Clean-Up: Gather friends, family, and colleagues to remove plastic waste from your local coastline. Especially during the summer months, people will be having parties on the beach and leaving empty cans, bottles and barbecues behind.

● Support Ocean Conservation Organizations: Donate or volunteer your time to groups working to protect marine ecosystems.

Beyond raising awareness, here are some simple changes you can make in your daily life to help our oceans thrive:

● Reduce Plastic Use: Carry a reusable water bottle and shopping bags, and avoid single-use plastics whenever possible.

● Choose Sustainable Seafood: Look for certifications like Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) to ensure your seafood comes from responsibly managed fisheries.

● Think Before You Buy: Be mindful of the products you purchase and their impact on the environment. Consider if you really need what you’re buying, and if so, look for companies that prioritize eco-friendly practices such as MSC and FSC!

At Packaging World, we understand the importance of protecting our oceans. That's why we offer a range of eco-friendly gift packaging options, including:

● FSC Certified Jewellery Boxes: Made from recycled materials and sourced from responsibly managed forests, these tiny boxes add a touch of nature to your gifts, and are available in a range of colours to match your desired aesthetic!

● Eco Kraft Bags: These sturdy, biodegradable bags are a simple and sustainable way to present your products in style!

● FSC Certified Presentation Boxes: Crafted from recycled cardboard, these boxes offer a sleek and sophisticated look while minimizing environmental impact and are perfect for gift giving!

By choosing sustainable packaging, you can be part of the solution and show your customers you care about the environment as much as your products. So let's work together to ensure our oceans remain healthy and teeming with life for generations to come!