Even though I’ve talked about reusing Lard and Kahlua boxes, I haven’t shared a bigger list of what Sportprint is doing to go green. So here are some examples of what else we’re doing!
- Implemented paper recycling program through Pedro’s Planet
- Use recycled and biodegradable packaging: we reuse our boxes and use biodegradable bags (we even have an additive that speeds up the process!)
- Reuse screens used for our t-shirts
- Use waste computer paper for printing process (some of our stencils are made of discarded cardstock)
- Recycle beverage containers, buy communal items (soap, sugar, coffee, etc.) in bulk, use cloth towels
Our first major step in greening Sportsprint was participating in the Missouri Enterprise Lean, Clean and Green Assessment, which was an assessment of what we do well and what we can improve on. Just yesterday we had our one year follow up meeting! Tomorrow I’ll update you on our assessment and follow-up meeting.
Here’s a link to our recycler, Pedro’s Planet. They sell office supplies and take our recycling when they deliver the supplies. Also, they’re super.
Green fun fact, courtesy of ecofabulous: If every UK office worker used one less staple a day, we’d save 120 tons of steel. Just goes to show how even the tiniest changes add up.
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