Thai Union Group PCL, the global seafood leader committed to sustainable practices, announced new partnerships aimed at combating plastic pollution. The company has joined forces with Seven Clean Seas and Second Life to implement innovative solutions to significantly reduce plastic waste reaching the ocean.
As part of the collaboration with Seven Clean Seas, a HIPPO (High Impact Plastic Pollution Remover) system has been deployed in the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok. This solar-powered device effectively captures and removes debris from the river before it reaches the ocean. Strategically located near the Wat Chak Daeng temple, the HIPPO is expected to have a substantial impact on reducing plastic pollution in the area.
In addition, Thai Union has partnered with Second Life, a social enterprise dedicated to ocean plastic collection and recycling. Together, they will focus on eliminating plastic headed for the ocean in the coastal regions and remote islands of Krabi, Ranong, Trang and Phang-nga.
These initiatives are aligned with Thai Union’s SeaChange® 2030 sustainability strategy, which aims to eliminate 1,500 tons of plastic going into the ocean by 2030. Through these partnerships, the company is on track to collect approximately 250 tons of waste this year.
“We are excited to partner with Seven Clean Seas and Second Life in our ongoing efforts to protect our people, our planet and our oceans,” said Adam Brennan, Director of Sustainability for Thai Union. “By combining our resources and expertise, we can make a significant difference in reducing plastic pollution and creating a more sustainable future.”
