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Polymer banknotes are perhaps more environmentally friendly compared to its counterpart due to its durability (resulting in fewer banknotes being manufactured).

by arayh 7y ago

Polymer banknotes are perhaps more environmentally friendly compared to its counterpart due to its durability (resulting in fewer banknotes being manufactured). They can also be recycled after its life in circulation. On the other hand, cotton/linen banknotes are typically shredded and landfilled after their circulation life.

unethical_ban 7y ago
What is wrong with landfilling biodegradable material?
- snark42 7y ago
  It would be better if they composted it.
- vinay427 7y ago
  It's extremely wasteful to produce them: https://www.theverge.com/2018/5/12/17337602/plastic-tote-bags-climate-change-litter-life-cycle-assessments-environment https://www.theverge.com/2018/5/12/17337602/plastic-tote-bag...