Financial Institutions (FIs) are already strong supporters of environmental protection. I am sure they can play an even bigger role in mitigating the problem of single-use plastics. Over six billion payment cards are produced globally every year. The simple act of switching to ‘green’ payment cards offers FIs the opportunity to do even more for the environment.

Research by the Boston Consulting Group has shown that 81% of the UAE consumers are aware of climate change and have a high willingness to live more sustainably. As part of its continued commitment to sustainability, Emirates NBD has collaborated with IDEMIA to bring to life the country’s first recycled PVC payment card.