Sustainability Gains Momentum in Print Sector

Sustainability Gains Momentum in Print Sector

According to Quocirca’s Print Sustainability Leaders Study 2024, print vendors are making notable strides in sustainability efforts, particularly in product circularity and emissions reduction, to meet growing customer expectations.

Key Trends in Sustainability

The report highlights several evolving trends in the print industry:

• Progress in Circularity: Many vendors are advancing remanufacturing and refurbishment initiatives, complemented by design-for-reuse programs to increase component compatibility. Some manufacturers report over 50% post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic in new devices.
• Renewable Energy Adoption: Vendors are shifting toward renewable energy, with one leading manufacturer achieving 100% renewable energy use. Efforts include deploying solar installations and exploring carbon capture technologies.
• AI Applications: Artificial intelligence is being leveraged in areas like MPS optimisation, virtual customer assistance, and intelligent capture solutions to tackle sustainability challenges.
• Net-Zero Commitments: Leading vendors are accelerating progress toward net-zero emissions, with significant advancements in reducing environmental impacts.

While sustainability efforts are gaining traction, customer priorities such as energy efficiency, device longevity, and sustainable ink or toner remain the top focus areas. These preferences have driven most vendors to achieve Energy Star of equivalent ratings and introduce longer-life products and improved recycling programs.

Opportunities in Sustainable Print

Quocirca’s study identifies untapped areas for vendors to align more closely with customer and partner expectations:

• Enhanced Transparency: With 83% of decision-makers (rising to 93% among C-level executives) valuing environmental data on print infrastructure, the lack of available information remains a critical challenge. Vendors can expand tools like calculators to provide clearer insights into environmental impacts.
• Stronger Channel Engagement: Vendors can further enable channel partners to promote the benefits of sustainable print solutions through comprehensive and transparent programs.

Quocirca’s Sustainability Leaders 2024 Report, which provides detailed insights into vendor strategies, circularity efforts, and recommendations for buyers and suppliers. For more information from the complete report, please visit Quocirca’s official website.

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