How the ID Industry Can Become More Sustainable and Help to Raise Awareness for Greener Travel

The travel and tourism industry is a significant contributor to global CO2 emissions. Various studies and reports in recent years have estimated that the industry is responsible for approximately 8-11% of global emissions. While the biggest part comes from high-emitting sectors such as air travel, cruises, road transport and hotels, the ID industry has a role to play as well.

 A clear responsibility, but also a great opportunity

The sourcing of raw materials, the manufacturing processes, and the eventual disposal of ePassports all generate carbon emissions. Additionally, because ePassports contain sensitive personal information, they cannot be recycled through conventional means due to privacy and security concerns. As a result, when ePassports expire or are invalidated, they often end up incinerated or sent to landfill, further exacerbating environmental issues.