The Weight of Plastic is a community-made installation created by members of PA Sri Sarawak, Sri Hang Tuah, and Sri Selangor, and led by the Hara Makers Team. Using reclaimed plastic food packaging and single-use plastic bags, the installation highlights the overwhelming presence of plastic waste in our daily lives. The octopus gripping the Earth, with its many hands, symbolizes the urgent need for collective action to tackle plastic pollution and protect the environment.
*The Octopus of Burden will be showcased for the first time at @peszta_ this coming Saturday, 14 September 24 at Kampung Atap.
Sponsored and supported by: PNB Merdeka 118 Venture @pnbmy@merdeka118 , Think City @mythinkcity
Designed and led by: Hara Makers Team & Reimagine Plastic Project @reimagineplasticproject
In collaboration with: 20 women from the communities of PA Sri Sarawak, Sri Hang Tuah, and Sri Selangor
Metal structure and design by: Mr. Koh Liang Sia
Total plastic used: 13 kg
Source: Information obtained from reimagineplasticproject