Register for the first 2023 Sustainability Summit- “The Power of Sustainable Print in the Digital World”

SGP will hold its first Sustainability Summit of 2023 on June 22nd at the Eastman Kodak facility in Dayton, OH. The SGP Sustainability Summit is a unique event that brings together thought leaders and community stakeholders in pursuit of more accountable sustainable print supply chains. It will feature insightful presentations and roundtable discussions given by industry leaders. Some of the current issues to be discussed at the conference include carbon footprints, alignment with U.N. Sustainable Development Goals, circularity and how SGP certification can help your company meet its corporate social responsibility (CSR) goals and environment, social and corporate governance (ESG) objectives.

At SGP, we are passionate about the development and advancement of sustainable practices in the print industry. SGP events are a unique forum to network with industry leaders, explore different perspectives, and learn new ways to advance the print industry into a more sustainable future. All SGP Community members, interested printers and print buyers are welcome to attend.

For more details and to register for the Summit: SGP 2023 Dayton, OH

Emmerson Packaging’s 6 1/2 Initiatives Supporting Supply Chain Sustainability

SGP certified, Emmerson Packaging was the the first flexible packaging company in North America to achieve the ISO-14001 environmental management designation.

Emmerson Packaging’s commitment to environmental protection is deeply ingrained in the company. They continuously implement initiatives showcasing a commitment to supply chain sustainability. Here are some achievements from the past year:

1. Sustainable Green Printing (SGP) Partnership Re-certification 
2. Tracking Transportation 
3. Compressed Air Correction 
4. Cooling Without Domestic Water 
5. Pick Up The Park Challenge 
6. Reuse of 6” Cores 

Plus 6.5- Paperless Payroll 

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Alcom continues sustainability leadership with its annual continuous improvement project

Alcom is well known in the United States as a sustainability leader. Certified in 2009, it was the 13th printer in the United States to be certified by SGP. For 2023, Alcom worked to reduce paper usage in the facility for their annual SGP continuous improvement project.

"We believe in doing what we can to maintain the health & viability of the world. SGP Partnership encourages participation in the worldwide movement to reduce environmental impact & increase social responsibility of the print and graphic communications industry. This certification is given to those who have built an ongoing sustainable approach to doing business every day to minimize the impact on our environment & yours."

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These Times Demand New Signs

Monadnock Paper Mills, Inc., the oldest continuously operating paper mill in the United States and SGP Patron introduces new “Un-Plastic” and sustainable wide format and signage materials.

“For brands and retailers looking to fulfill their sustainability commitments without compromising durability, printability and great style – the search ends here with Monadnock and our two newest product lines,” said Lisa Taylor, Vice President Sales and Marketing. “We invested in developing Boulevard and Pavilion PC 100 without compromise, without plastic and without a doubt that these times demand new signs.”

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