FSC-certification (SCS-COC-001052), eco-friendly ink, proactive press maintenance processes and innovative recycling efforts for paper, ink and plastic, are steps that we take to minimize our carbon footprint every day.

Areas where we have the greatest impact include:

• The Product
  Henry Wurst, Inc. proactively recycles input materials used in production, such as substrates, inks, coatings and adhesives


• The Process
  From pre-press, press to post-press, our process, equipment and supporting technology are designed to be energy-efficient to reduce the consumption of our resources


• The Package
  Our building, grounds, energy consumption, employees and other supporting activities work to maintain the health of our community

We are dedicated to maintaining a green community. Some  of our recent efforts include:

• Commitment to lean manufacturing to actively reduce waste in all areas of business


• Proactive recycling programs designed to reduce our carbon footprint


• Waste paper shredded and baled daily


• Plastic, shrink wrap, corrugated boards and skids recycled


• Dedicated in-house ink technicians who manage all recycle and reuse programs


• In certain applications the availability of soy-based inks or other vegetable-based inks


• Dedication to reduce emissions beyond standard regulations


• Automated press cleaning process that collects and manages waste with the highest level of efficiency


• Green-friendly press cleaning initiatives actively tested


• Community involvement with area power and light programs to conserve energy during peak seasons


• Comprehensive green office efforts, including everything from energy-efficient computer monitors to recycling waste paper


• Creation of a sustainability council and office green teams to ensure our principles of sustainability

For ways to communicate your corporate sustainability, resources include:
•    www.ftc.gov/energy
•    www.the-dma.org/environment/
•    www.sustainableindustries.com
•    www.greenbiz.com
•    www.bsdglobal.com
•    www.sustainablemarketing.com