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The printing industry has had to work hard to change society’s perceptions that it is a fairly dirty game.

Printing green

There have been significant reforms over the past 20 years, aided by improving technologies and the need for greater efficiencies.

In the near future, a low carbon economy will mean that the cost of business inputs like chemicals, fuel, energy, waste disposal and water will increase. It is in your commercial interest to get ahead of the legislation and find out how your workforce can improve efficiencies.

There is a positive link between environmentally sound production and improvements to the bottom line. By taking action and developing a green skilled workforce, you can attract new customers and keep ahead of your competition.

Industry case studies

Printing businesses across NSW are already benefiting from a green skilled workforce. Here are some of their stories.

Finsbury Green Printing

Finsbury Green Printing

For Finsbury Green, it is easy to see the pay-off of being a sustainable business to the company’s bottom line. Rodney Wade, the company’s environmental and technical manager points out “in the seven years of this sustainability journey, our business has trebled in size.”[Download PDF 238kb]

 

Bright printing

Bright Printing Group

Becoming more sustainable is a key selling point for the Bright Print Group, says Director Debbie Burgess, “People have come to expect a high level of environmental performance. For many customers, procuring green products is an important part of their company’s environmental policy.” [Download PDF 248kb]

 


More information for the printing industry

Industry based training

The Printing Industries Association of Australia offers environmental management courses

 

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