Go Green with Your GreetingsGreen Seal CertificationsProducts with this seal have gone through a rigorous evaluation process to ensure they were produced with minimum impact on the environment at all levels of the product’s life cycle, from raw materials to disposal. Rainforest Alliance CertificationProducts with this independent seal of approval have gone through a certification process to ensure they were produced in compliance with strict guidelines protecting the environment, wildlife, workers and local communities. Forest Stewardship Council Certification (FSC)The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is a nonprofit, independent and internationally recognized organization that accredits and monitors independent forest product certifiers. Products bearing this label have been verified to originate from FSC-certified forests, adhere to an international set of principles and locally developed forest management standards. FSC Mixed SourcesProducts bearing this label are made from wood that come from well-managed forests, other controlled sources and/or recycled material that is certified by the FSC. Recycled Post-Consumer WasteWaste paper that has served its intended purpose and has been separated from solid waste to be recycled into new paper. Post-consumer waste is made up of common garbage that individuals discard in waste receptacles or dumps, or by littering, burning, or disposing of by other means. Recycled Pre-Consumer WasteWaste paper that has been disposed of during the paper manufacturing process. This may consist of paper trim, die clippings from die cutting of envelopes and corrugated boxes, or waste off the printing press. Soy InkSoy ink uses a soy oil base instead of traditional petroleum-based ink. It is more environmentally friendly, is available in brighter colors, improves the life span of the printers and makes it easier to recycle paper. |