海洋保護展覽 | IKEA Hong Kong and Macau

Ocean Conservation: An Exhibition

Raising Awareness of Ocean Conservation

Ocean conservation is a global responsibility. Marine pollution caused by plastic waste has not only endangered the habitats of countless marine species, but it has also affected the entire ecosystem, of which humans are a part. As a way of raising public awareness of ocean conservation, IKEA organized the “Under Havet” exhibition at its Shatin, Causeway Bay, Tsuen Wan, and Kowloon Bay stores in Hong Kong to discourage the use of plastics and encourage the act of recycling and reusing materials.

Self-Reflection for the Public

The “Under Havet” exhibition enlightened children and adults about the main causes of marine pollution through lively and interesting comics. Aside from the ubiquitous plastic cutlery, toys discarded by children result in marine pollution, too. Through this exhibition, the visitors realized that they unknowingly polled the ocean with their daily habits. Apart from serving as a reminder, the exhibition was also very educational as it explained how marine debris is recycled and reused.

Turning Marine Debris Into Children’s Toys

Furthermore, the “Under Havet” exhibition shared how IKEA reused ocean pollutants by incorporating fillings made of recycled polyester from ocean-bound plastic into manufacturing. These fillings were then used in the eco-friendly BLÅVINGAD collection of soft toys. With the help of soft toys and decorations, IKEA’s “Under Havet” exhibition allowed visitors to understand how marine pollution destroys the habitats of marine creatures. IKEA hopes to fully utilize reused or recycled materials to manufacture its products by 2030. The company also hopes that consumers will show their support for ocean conservation by opting for more eco-friendly household products. Let us wisely use Earth’s limited resources to build a circular economy and create a better life for all.

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