In today’s world, many companies are looking to help minimize their impact on the environment. One way that they are 
helping is by going green. The definition of "going green" is choosing a lifestyle that helps to bring balance to the conservation and preservation of the Earth’s natural resources, habitats, and biodiversity with human culture and communities.
Most of us are pretty aware that in the photo ID world, cards made of PVC plastic have been the standard for a long time. They're petroleum-based and engineered to last indefinitely under normal conditions (meaning they don't break down over time after being disposed of). However, regular PVC ID cards are not a renewable resource. But there is a way for us to take better care of the environment and still reap the benefits of an ID card: by using biodegradable ID cards.
In my years at ID Wholesaler, I've seen a substantial number of organizations make the change from standard PVC plastic cards to biodegradable (these cards are also called "earth-friendly" or "eco-friendly" ID cards). These terms all refer to the same thing: they are cards that are made from PVC that's 99% fully biodegradable.
"Biodegradable" means that when bioPVC cards eventually begin to wear down, they leave no damaging toxins behind. What's more, they sustain these cards maintain their integrity under typical everyday use. Biodegradation actually occurs nine months to five years after bioPVC cards are placed in a fertile, microorganism-rich environment like a soil, a compost pile, or a trash dump. For those organizations that want to do their part in preserving the environment, we feature three types of earth-friendly bioPVC ID cards, including:
- Standard CR8030 cards
- High-Coercivity Magnetic Stripe Cards
- Low-Coercivity Magnetic Stripe Cards
These cards all perform just like the regular PVC cards you're accustomed to – complete with graphic-quality surfaces and lasting durability. Best of all, eco-friendly PVC cards are compatible with any ID card printer.
| If your business or organization would like to reduce its carbon footprint and give eco-friendly bioPVC cards a try, call an ID Professional today at (800) 321-4405 x2 or chat now. We are always happy to help! |