The world's first 'green' vending machines installed at Bournemouth train station

They're fitted with pollution-reducing Living Walls which consume carbon and produce oxygen.
'Green' vending machines have been installed at Bournemouth train station as part of a world-leading, innovative trial.
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SWR has partnered with Christchurch-based Decorum Vending, who have worked with Regency Design and phs Greenleaf to design the world’s first living walls that can be attached to the sides of vending machines.

The living walls - which are small, self-sufficient, vertical gardens - have been developed to thrive in all locations, whether sunlight, shady or covered, and if the trial at Bournemouth is successful, they will be making an appearance on machines at other locations on the SWR network.

It is also said to use 54% less electricity than previous versions and has a smaller environmental impact through the use of upgraded refrigerants.

Annually, each wall consumes nearly 5kg of carbon and produces 2.4kg of oxygen while combatting air pollution and increasing biodiversity. The walls’ structures are made from recycled coffee grounds and all removed plants are recycled back into biomass.

Living walls have been proven to effectively reduce harmful nitrogen oxides while providing a boost to biodiversity, by providing accessible habitats for insects and other wildlife.

The new vending machines join other innovations in Bournemouth including station benches made from recycled plastic bottles and a plastic-free dispenser for both still and sparkling water.