“Over 8 million tons of plastic enter our seas every year and a huge contributor to this fact is the wax we put onto our boards.” – Adam Harriden, owner at GoodSurfWax –
Finding ways to be part of the solution rather than the problem of plastic pollution and petrochemical waste takes little more than creativity and a willingness to change. That’s the concept behind GoodSurfWax, a company founded on the Sunshine Coast of Australia offering an alternative to paraffin based wax. Made from coconut oil and bees wax, GoodSurfWax aims to be a natural, environmentally sustainable option.
By developing partnerships with bee keepers GoodSurfWax also seeks to help tackle another critical issue – the disappearance of honey bees. According the the GoodSurfWax website, “In some regions, up to 90% of bees have disappeared.” Honey bees are integral to pollination and the growth process of flowers and plants which means they are critical contributors to the environment and life cycle we depend on. So as we wax our boards, why shouldn’t we also consider sustaining what sustains us?
GoodSurfWax is not alone in their efforts. There are many companies trying to make an impact through the development and sale of environmentally friendly surf wax. For more information on how to make an impact with your choice in wax scroll through the list below and check out GoodSurfWax’s video:
5 environmentally friendly surf wax options:
3. Tree Hugger All Natural Surf Wax
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