As part of our commitment to sustainability, we adhere to strict paper standards for all printed materials (e.g. letterhead, envelopes, premiums, etc.). We always strive to comply with the “Best” standard in order to align with our green values. The other categories are considered exceptions—not the rule. Please use one of our current printers whenever possible, as they tend to have the most competitive rates on responsibly-sourced products.

Paper that contains less than 30% Post-Consumer Waste (PCW), unless it is made entirely of alternative (non-tree) fiber

Paper that does not fall under Totally Chlorine Free (TCF), Processed Chlorine Free (PCF) or Elemental Chlorine Free (ECF) chlorine standards

Petroleum-based Ink

Varnish or Solvent-based Coatings

Elements that would make a product non-recyclable

Paper that is 30% Post-Consumer Waste (PCW) Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Certified paper

100% free of old growth fiber1 (mostly recycled content)

Soy-based Ink2 (VOCs of 9% or less)

Totally Chlorine Free (TCF), Processed Chlorine Free (PCF) or Elemental Chlorine Free (ECF)

More than 30% PCW, FSC Certified or FSC Alternative/mixed-fiber paper made out of mostly recycled content

100% free of old growth fiber PCF, TCF or ECF

Vegetable3/soy-based ink (VOCs of less than 5%)

100% PCW, FSC

TCF

Vegetable based or UV cured ink* (2% or less VOC’s)

No petroleum inks