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SAVE THE WAVES COALITION is an international nonprofit working with diverse organizations to protect surf ecosystems.
Skagen’s partnership with SAVE THE WAVES furthers our commitment to sustainability. Together, we’re working to protect fragile global ecosystems and raise awareness about the incredible importance of preserving our oceans for today and future generations.
LET’S PROTECT THE
PLACES WE LOVE
These coastal ecosystems are some of the most biodiverse on Earth.
Let’s work together to protect them.
COASTAL
DEVELOPMENT
Harbors, jetties, seawalls, coastal armoring, breakwaters and beach-front construction can destroy or alter both waves and coastal ecosystems.
WATER QUALITY &
WATERSHED DEGRADATION
Industrial waste, fertilizers, sewage, toxic runoff, and pesticides have negative effects on the health of surfers and nearshore marine life around the world.
SEA LEVEL RISE &
COASTAL EROSION
While coastal erosion is perfectly natural, development along the coast has made it worse, and climate change induced sea level rise has made it much worse.
PLASTIC TRASH &
MARINE DEBRIS
Plastic trash and marine debris impact the coastal environment, economy, and the health and safety of surfers and marine life in surf ecosystems.
LOSS OF ACCESS
Development and privatization of the coast cuts off local access and enjoyment to some of the most beautiful places in the world.
SAVE THE
WAVES APP
Everyone is empowered to be a steward in coastal communities by using the Save the Waves app. It allows surfers, beach-goers, and ocean lovers to report and track coastal threats in real-time. Local environmentalists will be alerted to step in and help.
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LIMITED EDITION
GRENEN OCEAN
We’re celebrating Earth Month with our Grenen Ocean Limited Edition—released in tandem with a minimum $25,000 donation to SAVE THE WAVES COALITION in 2022. It features a case and bracelet made from upcycled ocean-bound plastics, Japanese solar-powered movement, and highly resilient K1 crystal.
ONLY 300 MADE
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