The Benefits of Recycled Papers

We used to think our forests and energy sources were unlimited, and that the Earth was capable of cleaning and renewing itself forever. Today, we recognize that we have to act today in order to conserve our resources for tomorrow. Recycling paper has become one of our most effective tools for doing this. And today's recycled papers allow us to help maintain the environment without sacrificing quality or economy. There are many reasons to choose recycled papers:

The Environment
Recycling conserves forests, diverts wastepaper (a valuable fiber resource) from landfills, and may save some of the energy that is used to make virgin paper. Recycled paper can be brightened with fewer chemicals than virgin papers and recycled papers continue to help the environment many times over, since fibers can be recycled repeatedly. There are many other ways that recycled paper benefits the environment. More information about conservation, recycling, and how you can help is available from the Environmental Protection Agency.

Printability
Recycled papers meet the same technical specifications as virgin papers. Many are acid-free for archival longevity, and they successfully run on the most demanding copiers, office machines and printing presses.

Eye Appeal
Recycled papers are available in everything from bright whites to a wide palette of colors and surface treatments. Some recycled graphic papers have specks added to the paper to achieve custom visual effects.

Availability
Recycled papers are now available in virtually every grade at printshops, paper distributors, retail outlets and online.

Potential Business
Many government agencies and business purchasers now require the use of recycled papers in their printed materials.