CooperVision and Plastic Bank transformed the clariti 1 day lens family into the first net plasticneutral contact lenses in the United States, offering a simple way for people to care for the eyes and the health of the planet at the same time. The silicone hydrogel one-day lenses are said to be made with the healthiest soft contact lens material available for daily use and they help to make a positive impact.
For every box of clariti 1 day that is distributed in the United States since January 2021, CooperVision purchases credits from Plastic Bank for the collection, processing and reuse of general plastic waste equivalent to the weight of the plastic contained in clariti 1 day lenses. This includes everything from the lenses and blister packs to the adhesives, packaging laminates and even the plastics in the ink printed on the boxes.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Plastic-neutral Products
- Companies can develop plastic-neutral versions of their products, using environmentally-friendly materials and supporting plastic waste initiatives.
- Sustainable Healthcare
- The healthcare industry can explore ways to provide sustainable solutions without compromising patient care and safety.
- Circular Economy in Manufacturing
- Manufacturing industries can adopt circular economy practices by reducing waste, reusing materials, and supporting plastic waste initiatives.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Eyecare
- The eyecare industry can embrace sustainable practices and develop environmentally-conscious products to reduce plastic waste.
- Waste Management
- The waste management industry can benefit from partnerships with companies that offer plastic-neutral products and support plastic waste collection and processing.
- Manufacturing
- Manufacturing industries across different sectors can adopt plastic-neutral practices and contribute to the circular economy by reducing waste and reusing materials.
