Currents of Change: NextWave Plastics’ Stories of Impact
The story of NextWave Plastics is centered on empowerment, transparency, and collaboration. NextWave members are doing the in-depth work to create transformative change, taking the lead to tackle challenges, find solutions, and create real impact.
We are telling their stories and sharing their secret sauce so that changemakers everywhere can begin to catalyze change in their organization or supply chain.
The Power of Story
June 8, 2022 • #8 of 8
Strong images and meaningful data can help audiences understand the impact of and potential for using ocean-bound plastic. The final case study of the Currents of Change series features member companies Humanscale, Interface, Solgaard, and Trek.
Reaching Scale & Impact
June 1, 2022 • #7 of 8
NextWave Plastics members have never lost sight of the goal to create scalable impact and transform how everyone thinks about plastic waste. The seventh case study of the Currents of Change series features member companies Dell Technologies, HP, MillerKnoll, Solgaard, and Trek.
Ensuring Social Responsibility
May 25, 2022 • #6 of 8
Recovering ocean-bound plastic is not just imperative for the environment. It’s a way to lift up communities around the world. The sixth case study of the Currents of Change series features member companies CPI Card Group, Dell Technologies, HP, Ikea, and Interface.
Innovating Product Design
May 18, 2022 • #5 of 8
Using ocean-bound plastic isn’t simply about substituting materials. It’s a chance to reimagine products and packaging. The fifth case study of the Currents of Change series features member companies CPI Card Group, Dell Technologies, Humanscale, Shinola, Trek Bicycle, and Veritiv.
Engaging Stakeholders & Building Buy-In
May 11, 2022 • #4 of 8
A clear rationale and dogged persistence can help catalyze success when addressing obstacles to using ocean-bound plastic. The fourth case study of the Currents of Change series features member companies Dell Technologies, HP, Humanscale, and MillerKnoll.
Reinventing the Supply Chain
May 4, 2022 • #3 of 8
Ocean-bound plastic is unfortunately abundant, but difficult to source. Getting it into products requires problem-solving, persistence, and the right partners. The third case study of the Currents of Change series features member companies Dell Technologies, HP, Veritiv, and Trek.
Taking Ideas to Reality
April 27, 2022 • #2 of 8
So your company wants to use ocean-bound plastic in its products. How do you go from talking to doing? The second case study of the Currents of Change series features member companies CPI Card Group, HP, Shinola, and Solgaard.
A Case for Collaboration
April 22, 2022 • #1 of 8
Why would a group of companies—including direct competitors—openly share solutions on ocean-bound plastic? It’s good for business and the planet. The first case study of the Currents of Change series features member companies Dell Technologies, MillerKnoll, Solgaard, and Trek Bicycle.