Corporate Responsibility

Caring for the Earth

At Allen Calendars we take pride in the fact that we use environmentally friendly products to make our calendars. Our Environmental Policy has been founded upon the principles of minimising our utilisation of non-renewable resources and maximising recycling opportunities.

Paper

We primarily use Ambassador paper which contains 100% virgin fibre that is Forest Stewardship Council (FCS) chain of custody certified. The company is beginning the process to be a Certified Printer under these regulations.  The manufacturing process operates under an Environmental Management System that is Certified by ISO 14001 and is Elemental Chlorine Free.

The balance is virgin fibre from approved forests and controlled, non-controversial wood sources. It is made using an Elemental Chlorine-Free (EFC) bleaching process.

Where larger off cuts are available, these are stored and distributed free to local schools and kindergartens.

All waste paper is collected regularly by a local recycling company.

Chemicals

It is our policy to purchase water soluble chemicals where possible. Any chemical which cannot be disposed of via normal waste water systems is stored in metal drums. These chemicals are then collected by a waste management company to be disposed of safely.

Where possible we use non-solvent based inks and wash-up solutions. We use soy/vegetable based inks depending on the application and end use of the product.

Other Waste

Our policy is to limit land fill waste. Paper and cardboard waste, metal waste, plastic waste, and wood pallet waste are separated and recycled with various local recycling companies. Green waste from the gardens is also recycled with a local garden recycler. Residual waste product is minimal and is disposed of via a waste removal company.