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I n v i t a t i o n s a n d S t a t i o n e r y
There is a surprising amount of paper used for a wedding including invitations, reply cards, additional info & maps, envelopes, order of service, place cards, table seating chart, table names list, running orders, menus, gift tags, cake bags and thank you cards.
Paper has a high impact on the environment. Firstly because it is sourced from trees, the planet’s greatest friend. Secondly, the greenhouse gases emitted if paper is sent to landfill, as opposed to recycled or composter, is vey high. (Source: US EPA)
According to the National Recycling Forum in the UK, one tonne or recycled paper compared with virgin paper reduces air pollution by 74% and water pollution by 34%.
By making a decision to use recycled paper for your wedding stationery, you will:
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Reduce the impact on forests
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Send a clear message to stationers & printers
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Increase demand for recycled products
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Educate your guests on recycled options
Look for 100% Post Consumer Recycled Paper which means it is not just off-cuts from the paper making process itself, rather has been used by consumers in its life cycle. Any paper products which are labelled FSC Certified (Forest Stewardship Council) or are part of Germany’s Blue Angel program are recommended as the most environmental options available.
Recycled paper is now available in a range of colours and grades, and fortunately is becoming cheaper. This is a growing area of interest for wedding stationers. Check out the Green Wedding Guide Supplier Directory for companies who are already offering quality invitations made from recycled paper.
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T I P S F O R Y O U R
G R E E N W E D D I N G
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Decide what you really need to print, and avoid printing anything else
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Set up a website or email for guest to RSVP to, instead of sending reply cards
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Source 100% post consumer recycled paper and look for printers who will use vegetable based inks
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Get creative and make your own paper, it’s messy, fun and very rewarding
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If your venue is printing menus, encourgage them to print on recycled paper
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By avoiding laminating or special crafts features, you are enabling the invitation to be recycled again
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Let your guests know by printing on the invitations ‘recycled paper’ and ‘please recycle this invitation when no longer needed’
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Talk to catering staff and ensure they will recycle any paper remaining on tables. |
