Many organizations made it a priority to be more eco-friendly in the last few years. But let’s face it – saying you want to “go green” and actually doing so are two very different things. Environmentally-friendly products are typically more expensive than their not-so-green counterparts, which is a challenge when you’ve got your eye on the bottom line. However, consumer focus is shifting and people want to support organizations that care about issues other than their profit margins. Now, more than ever, it’s crucial to think about how you can minimize your impact on the environment – both at home and at work. Don’t feel overwhelmed by the need to make major changes all at once; there are simple steps you can take that will help you move in the right direction. Here’s one easy way that you can go green for good:
Plastic is Drastic
The size of the card market is mind-blowing. Do you know that 30 billion plastic cards are made every year, and over half of that volume is single-use cards? Plastic is bad for the environment, contains carcinogenic additives and drives the world’s dependency on fossil fuels. Plastic cards have become the standard and are used everywhere. If you’re currently using cards, hopefully they’re the environmentally-friendly type. But, there’s an even better way: wooden cards.
Going Green Without Going Broke
Wooden cards are not only beautiful, they’re friendly to Mother Nature. The manufacturing process uses 30 percent less energy than the manufacturing of plastic cards, and wooden cards contain no harmful additives. There is no waste in the manufacturing and the wood is sourced from sustainably managed forests, so the process doesn’t contribute to the deforestation of our planet. It’s plain to see the numerous benefits that come from using wooden cards. You might be thinking, “what’s all this going to cost me?” Surprisingly, wooden cards are minimally more expensive than plastic, but the impact you’ll make is priceless. And wooden cards are just as versatile as plastic – they can have magnetic stripes, RFID chips, bar codes, scratch-off panels and signature panels. So, they’re a great solution for gift cards, membership cards, loyalty cards, and special event badges. If you want more information on how wooden cards can make a big impact for your business, contact us today! We’re here to help you and make going green easy for your organization.