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Matchbox Joins LEGO and Hasbro in Environmental Initiatives Within the Toy Industry

Many toy brands are striving to make their products more eco-friendly. The latest to announce environmental initiatives is Matchbox, which is launching a series of toy electric cars modeled after real vehicles.

Matchbox, now owned by Mattel, is striving to use 100% recycled material by 2030.

Mattel joins major toy companies Hasbro, which produces toys like Nerf guns, Monopoly, and Beyblade toys, and LEGO in the movement to make toys more environmentally friendly by working on their green credentials.

The first matchbox car in this eco-series to be released will be modeled after the zero-emission Tesla Roadster. The toy version of the Roadster will be made of 99% recycled materials, including zinc and plastic, and is scheduled to go on sale in 2022. 

It's not just about the materials and usage of the materials that are more sustainable, but it's also about the themes that encourage environmental consciousness and really help kids experience greener behaviors in their play,

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