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[ Mon, Feb 17th 2025 ]: WAMC
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[ Mon, Feb 17th 2025 ]: bleedingcool
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[ Mon, Feb 17th 2025 ]: gna
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[ Mon, Feb 17th 2025 ]: Graphic
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[ Mon, Feb 17th 2025 ]: MSN
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[ Mon, Feb 17th 2025 ]: MSN
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[ Mon, Feb 17th 2025 ]: Yahoo
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[ Mon, Feb 17th 2025 ]: timesnownews
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[ Mon, Feb 17th 2025 ]: CounterPunch
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[ Mon, Feb 17th 2025 ]: MSN
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[ Mon, Feb 17th 2025 ]: news10nbc
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[ Mon, Feb 17th 2025 ]: YourTango
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[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: NextBigFuture
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[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: businessday
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[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: Zawya
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[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: BBC
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[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: BBC
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[ Sun, Feb 16th 2025 ]: MSN
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[ Sat, Feb 15th 2025 ]: NextBigFuture
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[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: STAT
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[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: Firstpost
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[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: MSN
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[ Fri, Feb 14th 2025 ]: MSN
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Abaca's new role after polymer bills

The former use of abaca fiber for Philippine bills - which will soon be dominated by plastic (polymer) bills produced and printed in foreign countries - may soon be revived as an alternative to the widely popular plastic bags and containers that have congested and polluted both land and water resources.
The article from MSN discusses the innovative use of abaca, a type of banana plant native to the Philippines, in the production of polymer banknotes. Traditionally used for making ropes, textiles, and paper, abaca's fibers are now being integrated into polymer bills to enhance their durability and security features. This shift not only provides an eco-friendly alternative to traditional cotton or linen paper but also supports local agriculture by increasing the demand for abaca. The polymer notes, which incorporate abaca, are more resistant to wear and tear, counterfeiting, and environmental degradation, aligning with global trends towards sustainability in currency production. This development is part of a broader movement to utilize natural, renewable resources in modern applications, thereby promoting environmental sustainability and economic benefits for abaca-producing regions.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-ph/urban-infrastructure/environmental-sustainability/abaca-s-new-role-after-polymer-bills/ar-AA1z7uyr ]