Life Cycle Analysis for Polymer Series Banknotes
BANK OF ENGLAND · Awarded contract
AwardedLife Cycle Analysis for Polymer Series Banknotes
Awarded 01 Mar 2023
Awarded01 Mar 2023
Value£149,054.92
SupplierRICARDO-AEA LIMITED
AgencyBANK OF ENGLAND
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryEnergy & Environment
Ended 2y 9mo ago12mo term
Awarded 1 Mar 2023Expired 28 Feb 2024
About
Bank of England awarded a contract to Ricardo-AEA Limited for cradle-to-grave environmental life cycle analysis of its polymer series banknotes.
The analysis aimed to benchmark current practice, understand the environmental impact of each banknote component and process, inform the H series, and target near-term environmental impact reduction initiatives.
The contract value was £149,054.92.
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