Returning Paper to Nature

Returning paper to nature through recycling, composting, or simply allowing it to biodegrade is a responsible and eco-friendly practice. When paper is recycled, it is processed and repurposed into new products, reducing the need for virgin materials and conserving natural resources. Composting paper, on the other hand, allows it to decompose naturally, enriching the soil with valuable nutrients. Even when paper is left to biodegrade it breaks down relatively quickly compared to synthetic materials, minimising its environmental impact.

By ensuring that paper products are returned to nature in a sustainable manner, we contribute to the preservation of our planet's resources and promote a more circular, eco-conscious approach to waste management.

Recyling Paper

Paper and cardboard are highly recyclable materials, making them invaluable in the quest for a more sustainable world and is an essential practice for environmental conservation. Through the recycling process, used paper and cardboard products are collected, sorted, and processed to remove contaminants before being pulped and transformed into new paper products. This cycle significantly reduces the need for virgin materials, such as trees, conserving forests and reducing the strain on natural resources.

 By actively participating in the recycling of paper and cardboard, individuals and businesses contribute to a circular economy, reducing waste and fostering a culture of sustainability whilst reducing the amount of waste to landfill.

Composting Paper

Composting printed paper helps divert waste from landfills and is an eco-friendly way to dispose of used paper, giving it a second life.

Paper and cardboard are excellent compostable materials, adding valuable organic matter to the composting process. This decomposition process is facilitated by microorganisms that transform paper and cardboard into nutrient-rich compost, effectively closing the loop on waste and returning essential nutrients to the soil.

While it’s important to make sure the paper is free from heavy inks or glossy finishes, most printed papers, especially those that use vegetable-based or soy inks, such as our litho printed products, can be safely used in composting. It’s a sustainable practice that aligns with the principles of the circular economy, transforming waste into a valuable resource.

Biodegrading Paper

Paper and cardboard are biodegradable materials, which means they have the ability to decompose naturally under the action of microorganisms like bacteria and fungi. Unlike plastic and other non-biodegradable materials, they break down relatively quickly when exposed to natural elements such as moisture, air, and soil organisms. This decomposition process helps reduce their impact on the environment, as it minimizes the accumulation of waste in landfills. Furthermore, the breakdown of paper and cardboard returns valuable nutrients to the soil, supporting and promoting a healthy ecosystem. Using biodegradable options like paper and cardboard can help to minimise our ecological footprint and support a more sustainable future.