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Green and low-carbon procurement guide for printing consumables industry released to drives sustainable upgrade
March 30, 2026
Green and low-carbon procurement guide for printing consumables industry released to drives sustainable upgrade
To boost the printing consumables industry’s commitment to sustainability, China Environmental United Certification Center (CEC), launched the project of “Green Supply Chain Improvement Study for the Printing Consumables Industry” in June 2025, with support from the “Green Printing Compaign for Zero-Waste Cities” initiated by Taotian Group’s 3C Digital Sector, Alibaba Philanthropy, and the Beijing Entrepreneurs’ Foundation for Environmental Protection. The project aims to steer the industry toward eco-friendly procurement, pushing upstream suppliers to adopt greener practices and strengthening the supply chain against global trade and national environmental issues.
<Green and low-carbon procurement guide for the printing consumables industry>, a key project outcome, was formally released by the project team, in collaboration with Zhuhai Printing Consumables Industry Association, at a training workshop focused on boosting green supply chain capabilities lately. Tailored to the specific needs and capabilities of printing consumables manufacturers and their supply chain partners including producers of toner cartridges, ink cartridges, ribbons, raw materials, and components, the Guide built on the core principles of “proactive accountability and continuous improvement”, emphasizes on practical, company-specific solutions, steers businesses toward building sustainable partnerships with suppliers and positioning green procurement as a vital pillar of regulatory compliance and competitive advantage. The Guide provides clear benchmarks for key areas like eco-friendly materials, product design, and supplier environmental management, offering a roadmap to embed sustainability into procurement. It advises companies to set green standards, assess suppliers’ environmental performance, prioritize renewable materials and recyclable designs, and reduce packaging—ensuring low-carbon goals are woven into every stage of procurement.
More details at CEC website.
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