The short film, called Seaweed Stories, has debuted on Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines inflight entertainment. Launched in celebration of World Oceans Month, the film addresses the impact marine plants have in addressing plastic pollution and restoring ocean ecosystems.
Dedication to Environmental Issues
Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines have both shown a longstanding commitment to environmental issues. In 2018, Alaska’s Strawless Skies initiative saw it become the first US airline to remove single-use plastic straws and citrus picks from its aircraft. The following year, the airline launched the Fill Before You Fly campaign which aimed to encourage passengers to bring pre-filled reusable water bottles onboard.
Seaweed Stories, Strawless Skies and Fill Before You Fly were all launched in collaboration with Lonely Whale, a programme which aims to prevent plastic waste from entering the ocean.
Additionally, Alaska Airlines recently partnered with Ridwell, a waste reduction startup, to recycle more than 17 pounds of hard-to-process items from flights.
Hawaiian Airlines is also phasing out single use plastics from its onboard service, and recently debuted the first certified carbon-neutral amenity kit using recycled and recyclable materials.
World Oceans Month
Every June, communities worldwide celebrate our oceans and the role they play in preserving the planet’s ecosystem.
Issues such as pollution, overfishing and climate change are highlighted, with an aim of getting people involved in promoting ocean health through education, policy endorsement and practical engagements such as beach cleanups.
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