Why choose recycled paper? 

When it comes to office paper communications, recycled paper is the most environmentally friendly option, recycled paper uses less water, and energy and produces fewer carbon emissions than virgin paper products whilst also reducing the amount of waste sent to landfills – since office paper can be recycled as many as five times and is now as white with the same print performance as non-recycled paper there has never been a better time to switch to a recycled paper alternative.

Choosing recycled paper goes beyond simply ticking a green box. It's a deliberate decision to reduce your environmental impact. Recycled paper production requires significantly less energy and water compared to virgin paper, resulting in a smaller carbon footprint and a healthier planet for all.

Every sheet of recycled paper you choose helps conserve valuable forests and ecosystems. Virgin paper production relies heavily on cutting down trees. By opting for recycled paper, you're actively promoting forest preservation and ensuring a more sustainable future for generations to come.

Landfills overflowing with paper waste are a thing of the past with recycled paper. Each sheet you use diverts waste from landfills, promoting a circular economy and minimizing the environmental burden of paper consumption. The Green Office UK believes that responsible paper use starts with responsible paper production.

Wildlife Preservation – Using recycled office paper helps protect the natural habitats of our wonderful birds, insects and a wide variety of wildlife that lives in those trees.

Less Water Consumption – To make ‘new’ paper requires vast amounts of water, whereas the process of recycling paper uses up much less of this crucial resource.

Reduces Pollution - If you're wondering how this process helps to reduce pollution, then here is the answer. Generally, when recycled paper is manufactured, several bleaching processes are cancelled out. This means that the process is more efficient and hence causes less air pollution. This consequently leads to less requirement of water and chemical uses. It also leads to the release of fewer pollutants into the air and water.

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Reduces Oil Dependence – Oil production has some horrific effects on the environment and an opportunity to reduce oil consumption should be taken. Saving 2 barrels per ton of recycled paper really makes a difference ultimately.

Saves Electricity – It takes 70% less energy and water to recycle paper than to create new paper from trees. Manufacturing with recovered paper cuts down on pollution that contributes to smog ely.

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