Second Wave – Recovered Ocean-Bound Plastic

Consumers have a strong desire to address the Earth’s plastic waste problem. According to a CPI Card Group Consumer Insights Study, conducted by an independent research firm, 96 percent of respondents say they are “concerned” about plastic waste in the oceans, and 63 percent are “very concerned.” Forty-nine percent are already reducing their plastic usage … Read More

In response to rising consumer demand, card manufacturers and issuers are actively working to develop and provide more environmentally-conscious solutions to address the growing problem of plastic waste. The challenge for card manufacturers is in sourcing materials that are not only durable, but able to handle the complex security and technology requirements of today’s evolving … Read More

The use of sustainable materials in payment cards is generating a lot of industry buzz. With roughly six billion plastic cards manufactured each year, the use of more eco-friendly materials like recovered ocean-bound plastic in card construction can significantly help address the issue of plastic waste entering our oceans. According to a CPI Card Group … Read More