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Browsing: Mastercard turns to recycled plastics
- Mastercard said plans are in motion to remove PVC plastics from payment cards on its network by 2028
- The global payment solutions company said the move would further reinforce their sustainability commitments
- All newly–produced plastic payment cards will be required to be made from more sustainable materials – including recycled or bio-sourced plastics such as rPVC, rPET, or PLA
Mastercard said it is planning to remove PVC plastics from payment cards on its network by 2028.
In a statement, the global payment solutions company said the move would further reinforce their sustainability commitments and scale the accessibility of more sustainable card offerings for consumers seeking a way to reduce the environmental impact of their wallet.
Mastercard turns to recycled, bio-sourced plastics
From January 1, 2028, all newly–produced plastic payment cards will be required to be made from more sustainable materials – including recycled or bio-sourced plastics such as rPVC, rPET, …