The 9 Principles

Optimise designs to minimise material usage, trimming and waste. Consider functional and end of life requirements from the design stage.

Use renewable and non-hazardous materials with validated lower carbon emissions, minimal resource depletion, and the ability to regenerate or be reused or recycled efficiently at the end of life.

Minimise waste by avoiding overproduction and errors. Produce only what is needed and valuable.

Apply finishing only where it adds value or function. Choose recyclable or separable finishes that don’t affect the recyclability of the prints. Provide guidance if special handling is needed.

Recycle high-value waste such as media and consumables generated during production.

Shift to renewable or low-emission energy sources to reduce carbon emissions.

Paper manufacturing and print operations can consume a lot of water. Implement water-efficient processes and ensure discharge is non-polluting and traceable.

Optimise carbon reduction across the lifecycle of print, from raw material selection, inbound/outbound logistics, and recycling/end of life.

Quantify and communicate CO2e and material impacts transparently to focus improvement efforts and promote better choices. Provide clear labelling to guide end-of-life decisions.

FuturePrint is a digital and in-person platform and community dedicated to advancing the future of print technology. Through expert articles, podcasts, video features, and flagship events like FuturePrint TECH, it brings together industry leaders to explore innovations in digital and industrial printing. Since 2020, FuturePrint has built a year-round ecosystem: 30,000 monthly engagements, online TV, 250+ podcasts, in-depth research, articles, events, and community-led initiatives. FuturePrint fosters collaboration and thought leadership, helping to drive initiatives such as the Sustainable Print Manifesto.

HP Industrial Print, a division of HP Inc., delivers scalable digital printing solutions for labels, flexible packaging, folding carton, corrugated and more, combining HP Indigo LEP/LEPx and PageWide Thermal Inkjet technologies to drive efficiency and quality at volume. Committed to sustainability, HP Industrial Print is decarbonising print and packaging through innovations that optimise energy and ink usage, embrace circular design with recycled materials and recovered service parts, and enable fully recyclable print outputs; they aim to reduce CO₂ impacts across the industrial print value chain and empower customers to meet their environmental goals. As a Founding Partner, HP Industrial Print upholds the manifesto’s eight guiding principles, demonstrating how cutting-edge technology and responsible practices can reshape the future of sustainable print.

The Pack Scout, founded by Matthew Rogerson, is a strategic advisory and content platform dedicated to guiding brands, converters, and OEMs through the next decade of sustainable packaging transformation. With over 20 years of experience in sustainability and business development across the packaging value chain, Matthew translates complex environmental challenges into commercial clarity via bespoke sustainability roadmaps, communication frameworks, and in-depth research reports like Sustainable Packaging 2025–2035.

Domino Printing Sciences has joined the Sustainable Print Manifesto as a Founding Partner, bringing decades of expertise in digital print innovation and environmental stewardship. Focused on helping manufacturers cut waste and boost efficiency, Domino designs presses and inks to optimise resource use and responsible material sourcing—aligning perfectly with our eight manifesto principles. The company has set ambitious climate goals—aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050 and a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030—validated by science-based targets and underpinned by a robust CSR framework. As a partner, Domino empowers organisations to scale low-impact printing practices across their operations.

Gallus is a global leader in the development, production, and sale of conventional and digital narrow-web web-fed printing presses for label and packaging applications. Headquartered in St. Gallen, Switzerland, with facilities in Switzerland and Germany, Gallus has installed over 3,800 presses at more than 1,250 customer sites worldwide. Its comprehensive sustainability program is ISO 14001 certified, and in July 2022 Gallus achieved CO₂-neutral production by partnering with climate-solutions provider Forliance to offset its remaining emissions—demonstrating a firm commitment to eco-friendly processes, reduced waste, and circular practices. As a Founding Partner, Gallus upholds the eight principles of the manifesto by embedding environmental responsibility into every stage of its operations.

Nazdar is a global leader in innovative inks and coatings, guided by its Three Pillars of Sustainability—Environmental, Economic, and Social—to drive measurable progress in reducing carbon emissions, conserving resources, and fostering inclusive workplaces. Recognised in the top 10% of EcoVadis-rated companies, Nazdar earned a Silver Medal in 2024 for its excellence in environmental stewardship, ethical practices, and sustainable procurement. As a Founding Partner, Nazdar pledges to uphold the eight principles of the Sustainable Print Manifesto, demonstrating how responsible ink technologies can underpin a circular, low-impact printing industry.

Sun Chemical, part of the DIC Corporation, is the world’s largest producer of printing inks and pigments and a recognized leader in sustainable materials science. Using its Five Rs framework—Reuse, Reduce, Renew, Recycle, and Redesign—to guide operations, product development, and partnerships, Sun Chemical has committed to cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 (vs. 2013) and achieving net carbon neutrality by 2050. These targets are validated by the Science Based Targets initiative and supported by EcoVadis collaborations.

CPI Group is one of Europe’s largest and most diverse book printing groups. Headquartered in Boulogne-Billancourt, France, it employs around 2,700 people and operates 16 production sites in five countries, producing approximately 430 million books each year. With a heritage spanning centuries through renowned imprints such as Firmin-Didot and Ebner & Spiegel, CPI combines tradition with cutting-edge digital inkjet and web-based technologies to deliver scalable, flexible printing solutions. The group is deeply committed to sustainability, reducing environmental impact through energy-efficient processes, responsible sourcing, and recyclable materials, while continuing to pioneer innovations that enhance quality, efficiency, and adaptability for publishers across Europe.

Cimpress, headquartered in Dundalk, Ireland, is a global leader in mass customization, enabling customers to create personalized print, signage, apparel, packaging, gifts and more with near mass-production efficiency. Through businesses such as Vistaprint, Pixartprinting and National Pen, it combines digital innovation with science-based climate targets to cut waste, reduce emissions and move toward net zero.

Bespoke is a global B2B PR and marketing agency focused on print, packaging and the wider graphic arts sector. Part of The Bespoke Group, it has specialised since 1980 in ‘made-to-measure’ communications for print, packaging, labels, textiles, POS and industrial imaging brands, helping technology providers and manufacturers build profile and win customers worldwide.