Canon has released Red Label Zero FSC and Recycled White Zero FSC, “the first cradle-to-customer carbon neutral, technical wide format papers for the Architectural, Engineering, Construction and Manufacturing (AECM) industries.” Both papers are FSC certified, 100% carbon neutral and compatible with Canon ColorWave, PlotWave and imagePROGRAF printers.
“We’re taking sustainability seriously across all our product portfolios at Canon to reduce our carbon footprint and also to help our customers lessen their impact on the environment,” said Maurice Pardoel, director product line management & operations at Canon Europe – Imaging Supplies.
“Partnering again with ClimatePartner has enabled us to extend our carbon neutral paper range, while supporting sustainable climate projects to offset emissions and providing our wide format customers with a cleaner option that aligns with their sustainability goals.”
The Red Label Zero FSC is lightweight and available in 30 varieties including ISO (DIN) and ANSI sizes. Weighing only 75gsm, Red Label Zero FSC is available in a range of widths from 210mm to 1067mm, and in 175m or 200m roll lengths. When ordering a pallet, customers are given the option to have it delivered unboxed to cut back on packaging and reduce waste.
Slightly heavier at 80gsm, Recycled White Zero FSC comes in a range of widths from 297mm to 914mm in 150m rolls and is made from 100% recycled, post-consumer recycled paper, making it the ideal choice for any sustainably conscious organisation.
Red Label Zero FSC and Recycled White Zero FSC are EU Ecolabel certified. Both papers are compatible with Canon ColorWave, PlotWave and imagePROGRAF series, as well as with other printer brands in the market.
“To ensure both papers are as sustainable as possible, Canon partners only with suppliers who meet the highest standards of responsibility, as demonstrated by their FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certification, and are constantly striving to improve production processes to minimise CO2 output,” the company said.
“Canon has also worked to reduce the number of transport movements to further lower the carbon output in the overall supply chain from paper mills to end-customers/resellers. Any carbon emissions that remain in the process are offset against recognised compensation programmes through ClimatePartner, which works worldwide on carbon emission reduction projects, such as hydropower and wind energy projects.”
