Scranton Printing Company's Sustainability Policy
At Scranton Printing Co. we are committed to conducting our operations in an environmentally responsible and sustainable manner. We recognize the importance of minimizing our ecological footprint and preserving natural resources for future generations. This sustainability policy outlines our commitment to sustainable practices and sets forth our goals and guidelines for achieving them.
Environmental Compliance
- We comply to the best of our knowledge with all applicable environmental laws, regulations, and standards related to our printing operations.
- We regularly monitor and review our processes to ensure ongoing compliance and seek opportunities for continuous improvement.
Resource Conservation
- We strive to minimize our consumption of natural resources, including energy, water, and raw materials, by implementing efficient technologies and practices.
- We encourage the responsible use of resources among our employees and promote awareness and education regarding resource conservation.
Waste Reduction
- We have implemented effective waste management strategies to minimize waste, promote reuse, and maximize recycling of materials whenever possible. Additionally, we maintain a strong partnership with our waste management providers, receiving annual reports that detail the percentages of materials we have successfully recycled.
- Due to technology and our research we have minimized hazardous waste and ensure its proper handling, storage, and disposal in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Staying as local as possible is very important for our company’s values, and also helps reduce our ecological footprint. We have partnered with local recycling companies and implemented programs and organizations to divert waste from landfills.
Energy Efficiency
- We strive to reduce energy consumption in our printing operations by
implementing energy-efficient technologies, such as T-8 fluorescent
lighting, and LED lighting, energy-saving equipment, and improved
insulation. - We regularly monitor and assess our energy usage to identify areas
for improvement and implement energy-saving initiatives accordingly. - We encourage our employees to adopt energy-saving practices, such
as turning off lights and equipment when not in use.
Emissions Reduction
- We minimize our greenhouse gas emissions by using energy-efficient
equipment and processes. - We will and have explored opportunities to offset our carbon
emissions through initiatives such as investing in renewable energy or
participating in carbon offset programs.
Supplier Engagement
- We will work with suppliers and vendors who share our commitment
to sustainability, and we will give preference to those who demonstrate
environmentally responsible practices. - We encourage our suppliers to adopt sustainable practices and
provide guidance and support to help each other achieve high
environmental performance.
Employee Involvement
- We promote sustainability awareness and encourage employee
participation in sustainable practices through training programs,
internal communications, and engagement initiatives. - We foster a culture of sustainability by recognizing and rewarding
employees for their contributions to sustainable initiatives.
Continuous Improvement
- We regularly review and evaluate our sustainability performance to
identify areas for improvement and set targets for ongoing progress. - We will engage in research and development activities to explore
innovative solutions and technologies that can further enhance our
sustainability efforts.
This sustainability policy represents our commitment to sustainability and will guide our decision-making and actions as we strive to minimize our environmental impact. We will communicate this policy to our employees, customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders, and we will periodically review and update it to reflect our evolving sustainability objectives and practices.
