🌿 Sustainable Printing: How to Make Your Print Projects Eco-Friendly
Printing has come a long way since the days when “eco-friendly” and “print” didn’t belong in the same sentence. Today, smart design choices, innovative materials, and modern technology make it possible to create stunning print projects that are also gentle on the planet.
At Ambrose the Printer, we believe great printing shouldn’t come at the environment’s expense. Here’s how you can make your next project both beautiful and sustainable.
♻️ 1. Choose the Right Paper
Paper is the heart of every print job—and also where you can make the biggest eco-impact. Look for:
Recycled paper (ideally 30–100% post-consumer content).
FSC-certified stocks, which come from responsibly managed forests.
Uncoated or matte finishes, which are easier to recycle than heavily gloss-coated sheets.
💡 Pro tip: Ask us about paper weights and textures that look premium but use fewer raw materials. Sometimes lighter paper can still deliver the same feel and quality at a lower environmental cost.
🌱 2. Use Eco-Friendly Inks and Finishes
Traditional petroleum-based inks contain VOCs (volatile organic compounds) that contribute to air pollution. At Ambrose, we use soy- and vegetable-based inks that produce vibrant color with fewer emissions.
We also recommend aqueous coatings over UV coatings when possible—they’re water-based, biodegradable, and recyclable.
⚙️ 3. Print Smarter, Not More
Reducing waste doesn’t mean reducing creativity.
Print on demand or in smaller, targeted batches rather than massive one-time runs.
Design efficiently—fit more pieces per sheet to cut down on trim waste.
Use digital proofs instead of printed ones for initial reviews.
Our prepress team can help you adjust layouts to minimize offcuts and excess material before production begins.
🚚 4. Think Beyond the Press
Sustainability also extends to what happens after your job leaves the pressroom.
Local production = lower carbon footprint. Ambrose prints and finishes in-house to avoid unnecessary shipping.
Recyclable packaging keeps materials out of landfills.
Bulk deliveries reduce transportation emissions and costs.
If your company has an internal recycling or reuse program, we can help tailor your packaging for easy separation.
💬 5. Partner with a Printer Who Shares Your Values
Sustainable printing isn’t just about materials—it’s about mindset. Ambrose continually invests in energy-efficient equipment, eco-certified suppliers, and processes that reduce waste at every stage.
When you work with a printer who cares about the environment as much as you do, you make an even greater impact.
🌎 Ready to Go Green on Your Next Project?
Our team can help you choose eco-friendly materials, review proofs digitally, and design smarter for the planet. Let’s print something beautiful—and sustainable—together.
📞 Contact Ambrose the Printer today to discuss your next project.