In the midst of the green movement Discover has come out with the Discover More Biodegradable credit card. The card comes with an introductory rate of 0% for six months where it adjusts between 11.99% and 18.99%. The card also has 0% on balance transfers for the first six months. In addition there are many ways that you can earn cash back.  This card also offers double cash back when used with specific discover card partners.

This may sound like an ordinary card however, perhaps the most unique feature of this card is its earth friendliness. After it has reached expiration it can be shredded and returned to earth within 5 years. It was created by a company called BIOPVC who says that one of the key elements of this card is an additive that is used in the production of the card. The additive acts as an attractant to microorganisms which destroy the card withing in 5 years leaving only non toxic vinyl chloride.

As for the credit card industry discover is taking the lead when it comes to going green. There is an estimated 1.5 billion credit cards being used just in the United States. If  you were to stack all of these cards they would reach a highth equivlent to 13 Mt. Everest.

Owning a biodegradable credit card may only be a small movement when it comes reducing your carbon footprint but putting this card in your wallet takes minimum effort and enable you to take part in the green movement. Although the rates that Discover is offering on this particular card are not the best it does have come with a nice rewards package.

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Author: Mike Smitt