Calverts
my aim for this publication was for it to be produced in a way that had the least amount of harm on the environment as possible. this was so that the book itself represented the concept the content depicted. this would hopefully show the viewer the small changes individuals can make, to in turn, have a greater positive impact
calverts is a book designing, binding and printing company based in shoreditch. through researching their website it is clear they use multiple techniques within their company to ensure they are environmentally conscious. “we work with our clients to deliver print and design solutions that are socially and environmentally responsible as well as beautiful and effective. we are FSC® certified and adhere to the ISO14001 environmental standard”
a case study in printing sustainably
used 320gsm cairn natural 100% recycled board left over from a previously printed job – no need to purchase and transport paper. the inner pages of the book were a selection of recycled papers.
the inks used were vegetable oil based and biodegradable
the printing process itself was powered by renewable energy, and by using recycled paper (made from post consumer waste which would otherwise have gone to landfill) 137kg of carbon was saved
*designers need to know about imposition, because along with a basic understanding of printing press formats, they can use imposition knowhow to cut both the financial and the environmental costs of paper and print
get creative + print sustainably
this is the company i would go to in order to print this publication, i would discuss ways in which the bookbinding itself could be sourced sustainably too. i would gain an understanding of the process used to print the book, in order to learn this information for my future creations
