Environmental Commitment
At Treasured Storybooks®, our mission goes beyond creating personalized, high-quality children’s books. We are deeply committed to environmental sustainability, ensuring every book we produce is as kind to the planet as it is inspiring to children. Through eco-friendly practices and a partnership with a leading green printing provider in South Australia, we combine craftsmanship with care for the Earth.
Carbon Neutral Operations
Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Together with our exclusive printing partner, we operate as a carbon-neutral entity, minimizing the environmental impact of our production processes from start to finish.
How We Achieve This:
- Operational Carbon Neutrality: Every step of our process—printing, mailing, warehousing—is managed to ensure zero net carbon emissions.
- Carbon Reduction and Offsetting: For over two decades, we have actively reduced greenhouse gas emissions. Any unavoidable emissions are offset by investing in certified carbon credits that support impactful environmental projects worldwide.
Green Technologies and Practices
Our dedication to sustainability is evident in the innovative technologies and practices we adopt:
- Developer-Free Technology: By using developer-free Computer-to-Plate (CtP) systems, we significantly reduce chemical and water consumption during platemaking.
- VOC-Free Inks: Our inks and varnishes are free of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), avoiding harmful solvents and mineral oils, while our low-waste systems ensure efficient usage.
- Alcohol-Free Printing: As one of the pioneers of alcohol-free printing in Australia, we reduce greenhouse gas emissions and eliminate unpleasant odors in the process.
- Chemical Reduction: An advanced chemical recovery system enables us to filter and recycle wash-up solutions, drastically lowering chemical and solvent usage far below industry norms.
Waste Management
We are proud to uphold a zero-waste policy, ensuring no materials from our operations end up in landfills.
- Comprehensive Recycling: All paper, cardboard, metals, plastics, glass, food scraps, and even timber are separated and recycled.
- Energy and Water Efficiency: Our facilities implement initiatives like power factor correction, voltage optimization, and energy-efficient lighting to reduce consumption.
Logistics and Distribution
Our logistics operations are designed with environmental responsibility in mind, ensuring sustainable delivery solutions:
- Carbon Neutral Logistics: Warehousing, packing, and distribution are all carried out with net-zero carbon emissions.
- Efficient Freight Management: By leveraging analytics, we optimize inventory and delivery routes, reducing transport emissions and enhancing efficiency.
- Innovative Packaging: Thoughtfully designed packaging minimizes waste, reduces dead space, and improves bulk freight efficiency to regional centers.
Sustainable Materials
The paper used in our books reflects our commitment to responsible resource management:
- FSC® Certification: We only use paper sourced from certified sustainable forests. Our Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) Chain of Custody certification ensures the highest environmental standards are met while supporting responsible global forest management.
Social and Environmental Governance
We are committed to leading the way with transparent and ethical business practices:
- ESG Reporting: Our environmental, social, and governance practices are audited annually, underscoring our dedication to sustainability and ethical operations.
- Supply Partner Accreditation: We collaborate with supply partners to uphold positive environmental practices, leveraging the Finsbury Green Environmental Rating (FGER) system to monitor and improve their CO2 footprints.
Our Promise to You
At Treasured Storybooks®, every book you receive is not just a reflection of our dedication to quality storytelling but also a testament to our commitment to a greener planet. Together with our South Australian printing partner, we ensure our books are crafted with care for both your family and the environment.
Make an Impact Together:
By choosing Treasured Storybooks®, you support sustainable practices that contribute to a healthier planet for future generations.
Contact Us
We’re always happy to share more about our environmental practices or provide tips for making eco-friendly choices in your own purchases.
Treasured Storybooks®
Email: info@treasuredstorybooks.com
Address: Gold Coast, Australia
Thank you for supporting a greener future and joining us in our journey toward environmental responsibility.
