With the uvex ocean series eyewear collection, uvex sports is making an important contribution to sustainability by reusing and recycling recovered plastic fishing nets. This involves a four-step process. In the first step, fishing nets are recovered from the sea. After cleaning and shredding, a chemical treatment is applied and pellets are manufactured. At the end of the process, a sunglasses frame which is made from 100% recycled fishing nets is produced. Additional ecological components include: - Frame:
•100% recycled fishing nets
•uvex polavision® lenses: 100% biodegradable
•Logos and text: 100% water-based coatings
•Sunglasses bag: 100% eucalyptus Tencel®
•Cotton sunglasses strap: STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX®
•Packaging: 100% recycled paper The production process for the uvex ocean series cuts CO2 emissions by up to 55%. The sustainable process of recycling old fishing nets means that no oil is used to manufacture the eyewear.