Environment
UK paper industry beats government recycling targets
The paper industry has already exceeded UK government targets for paper recycling and the focus should now be on ensuring the quality and consistency of supply in the UK, according to the...
Howard Smith Paper bolsters environmental range
Howard Smith Paper has bolstered its environmental range of papers with the addition of the Greencoat 55 Gloss and Silk grade.
Print firms back social, environmental and ethical scheme
The print industry's environmental credentials have been lifted by the news that more than a third of companies accredited under a new corporate social responsibility (CSR) scheme offer printing...
Beswick Paper takes sole supplier deal for Sappi's eco-friendly art stock
Papermaker Sappi has tied with Beswick Paper to supply the South African manufacturer's new eco-friendly coated art paper, Triple Green.
Ancient House adds Technotrans ink system to Mitsubishi press in ISO 14001 push
Ancient House Press has installed barrel ink pumping on its 12-colour Mitsubishi Diamond press as part of an ongoing push to secure ISO 14001.
Sustainable stock offers positive angle on struggling paper sector
Eco-friendly grades are one of the most profitable areas in an otherwise bleak outlook for paper, according to a report by Markets Initiative.
Ruddocks grabs ISO 14001 environmental award
Lincoln-based printer Ruddocks Print and Design has secured the ISO 14001 environmental standard for its on-going green efforts.
UPM produces energy from waste in biofuel joint venture
UPM has tied with waste management company Lassila & Tikanoja on a method for producing energy and ethanol from commercial and industrial waste, making it possible to produce biofuels in Europe...
HP to double recycled content in inkjet cartridge production
HP will double the amount of recycled plastic used in its injket print cartridges this year, having overcome engineering hurdles that had stopped it from using multiple sources and grades of material.
PaperCo adds to 9lives recycled range
PaperCo has launched a new business addition to its 9lives 'born again' range of recycled paper for transactional documents, corporate stationery and direct mail.