Globe says it is first telco in Asia to debut Eco-SIM cards

Globe Telecom announced on Friday, Jan. 21, that it has become the first mobile operator in Asia to offer Eco-SIM cards for its postpaid mobile customers. Together with its technology partner Thales, Globe said it has deployed Eco-SIM cards starting last November 2021. It is made from 100% recycled materials including polystyrene waste from refrigerators. SIM cards are among the smallest consumer items in the world, weighing around 4 grams each. However, with approximately 4.5 billion SIM cards manufactured every year, their combined weight represents an estimated 20,000 tons of plastic and other polymers, or the equivalent weight of 4000…