The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) proposed revisions to the guidance that it gives marketers to help them avoid making misleading environmental claims. The proposed changes are designed to update the guides and make them easier for companies to understand and use.
Eco-Friendly
Kids have report cards. Sports pros keep tabs on games. So, why shouldn't suppliers in the print industry keep score of their environmental impact?
In its continuing quest to bring solutions to the pressroom, Plymouth, Michigan-based Flint Group has launched top-quality, earth-friendly inks and a new low-dosing, one-step fountain solution.
Ricoh Americas Corporation, a provider of digital office equipment and advanced document management solutions and services, recently introduced @Remote Green Reports, the latest enhancement to Ricoh's @Remote Product Suite.
Paper is by far the largest component of solid waste in landfills.
A prominent print-buying organization is about to propose legislation that would provide U.S. government subsidies for "green" printing—an interesting idea that could lead to even more interesting debates.
Memphis, Tennessee-based Verso Paper Corp. was honored as the 2009 Southeast Regional Green Business Innovator of the Year in a ceremony at the Green Business Summit hosted by Lipscomb University in Nashville, Tenn.
Lewiston, Maine-based Geiger hosted a “green” open house in the Scottsdale, Ariz. office on St. Patrick’s Day tying in the two “green” holidays of the year. The event drew nearly 200 clients and prospects. The showroom was filled with eco-friendly products.
Headquartered in Largo, Fla., BBF Integrated Solutions announced it is now a triple-certified FSC, SFI and PEFC chain-of-custody printer.
UPS, Atlanta, announced a new cost-effective and convenient “green” pickup option for small- to medium-sized businesses, becoming the first in its industry to automate the process of having drivers stop at customer locations to pick up packages.