Print, Paper and the Planet: Adelaide Image’s Commitment to Sustainable Printing
In a world driven by digital communication, it's easy to forget that print and paper are among the most sustainable products available today. At Adelaide Image Printing and Pharmacy Supplies, we believe that environmentally responsible printing is not only possible, it's essential - and we’re proud to lead the way with certified practices that reduce waste, lower emissions, and deliver real results.
Paper: Renewable, Recyclable and Responsible
There’s a common myth that printing harms the environment—but the facts tell a very different story.
According to Two Sides Australia, paper is a renewable resource made from sustainably grown wood. Australia has one of the highest paper recovery rates in the world, with around 87% of paper and paperboard recycled. This creates a real circular economy, where printed materials continue their life through reuse, recycling and repurposing.
Print is also a preferred medium for many Australians. Research by Two Sides shows that the majority of consumers trust paper-based communication and want the choice to receive printed materials—especially when sourced and managed responsibly.
Our Environmental Approach at Adelaide Image Printing
At AIPPS, we take these principles seriously and turn them into action every day. We’re committed to offering our clients high-quality print solutions that are both effective and environmentally conscious.
Here’s how we do it:
✅ ISO 14001 Environmental Certification
We’re proud to be ISO 14001 certified, which means we meet international standards for environmental management. This certification confirms that we actively work to reduce our environmental footprint through policies, planning and measurable improvement targets across our business.
🌿 Sustainable Materials and Processes
Our printing operations use soy-based inks and paper sourced from sustainably managed forests. We’ve also invested in processor-free CTP plates, which help cut down on water usage and eliminate the need for harsh chemicals. These small but significant changes contribute to cleaner, greener production.
♻️ Responsible Waste Management
We minimise and recycle waste wherever possible and strive to reduce energy consumption across our digital and offset print facilities. We continuously review our operations to ensure we're making smarter, more sustainable choices for the future.
Connecting with Two Sides: Industry Standards We Support
The message from Two Sides is clear: When it’s produced, used and recycled responsibly, print is a powerful and sustainable communication tool. It supports forestry, delivers reliable information, and offers a tactile experience that many people still value highly.
We share Two Sides’ mission to bust the myths surrounding print and paper and to promote the facts:
Paper supports sustainable forest management
Print has a low carbon footprint when sourced and produced responsibly
Printed materials are highly recycled and widely reused
As a proud Australian printer, we align our values with this evidence-based approach and work hard to ensure that every project we deliver is one we’re proud of—both in quality and in environmental impact.
Choose Sustainable Print Solutions
If your business values sustainability, we invite you to work with a print partner that shares your priorities. At Adelaide Image Printing and Pharmacy Supplies, we’re small enough to care, big enough to deliver, and always focused on doing what’s right for our clients and the planet.
Explore our environmental policy and learn more about our certified practices: