The casino operator, MGM, announced on Friday that it is starting a new program to recycle all of its old playing cards in Macau.
This initiative is anticipated to save 3,000 tonnes of garbage from being burned every year.
The business is collaborating with Fnetlink Technology, a Shenzhen-based startup, to put in place a local recycling system that will turn used playing cards into environmentally friendly packaging.
In Macau, where casinos burn almost 5 tonnes of playing cards per day, releasing toxic chemicals into the atmosphere, this is a significant environmental move.
Beginning in 2023, MGM and Fnetlink worked together to create what they refer to as “the world’s first smart, automated card-shredding solution.” The recently unveiled device will convert the cards into premium recycled fibers without requiring water, making it a more environmentally friendly option than conventional techniques.
According to MGM, it will be the first Macau integrated resort to implement a completely localized recycling system for playing cards.
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“This innovative project revitalizes our used playing cards,” stated Keith Lei, Senior Vice President of Human Resources and Sustainability at MGM. It encourages the circular economy and helps Macau transition to a diverse, low-carbon economy. It establishes a new benchmark for the integrated resort sector’s sustainable growth.
“In order to help the city move toward a more sustainable future, MGM will keep investigating cutting-edge technologies to support China’s dual carbon goals and the Long-term Decarbonization Strategy of Macao, which was put forth by the local government.”
Citing worries about harmful emissions from incineration, environmental organizations have previously lobbied for a government-led playing card recycling program.
According to a recent poll, about 40% of Macau residents recycle little or never, indicating that recycling is still underdeveloped in the city.
MGM has not said when the new recycling system will be completely functional. Nonetheless, the business underlined its dedication to cutting waste and encouraging sustainability in the gaming sector.
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