Tuesday, June 17, 2008

Eco Friendly Printing

People are always looking for more inventive and unique ways to reduce their carbon footprint from hybrid cars to electric bikes. It's always a treat when you find a way to help the environment in a way that costs no more than traditional methods would which is why I was pleased to find out about another company that can help you make a positive impact in the way the world works.

I've recently been introduced to the Director of Design at www.ShaverDesign.com, which utilizes eco-friendly printing methods that use 100% recycled paper and only water based coatings and soy and vegetable inks. The printing factory itself is run on 100% wind power so you are not only saving the environment in the products you buy, but the companies you choose to do business with are supporting the environment as well.

It may not seem like much but the statistics show how real the impact can be. By ordering, for example, just 500 "green" business cards instead of ones printed using traditional techniques; you will save 0.02 fully grown trees, 4.4 gallons of water, 1 pound of solid waste, and 1.6 pounds of greenhouse gases. Numbers don't lie. The fact of the matter is that they add up to make a very real impact in the environment.

If you are ever in need for business cards, brochures, flyers, or any other printed material make sure to check out a company that offers eco-friendly printing along with their custom design services such as Shaver Design.

Thoughts, Comments, Questions...

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Joe said...

So how green is Soy?

JT said...

my understanding about soy ink being greener than conventional ink is due to the toxic chemicals as most conventional ink is derived from rubber oil or petroleum base. Soy ink and vegetable inks are viable alternatives that reduce petroleum consumption and potentially toxic chemicals.

Anonymous said...

I can't find contact info please e-mail me at jody@coateskokes.com

Anonymous said...

How does the enviro-impact of shipping cross country compare to printing technique. Should I choose a local printer that isn't as green over a 1500 mi carbon input?