Day: 12 May 2026

Your Photos Don’t Have to Cost the Earth (Here’s How to Print Sustainably)

Choose FSC-certified or recycled paper stock when ordering prints to immediately reduce your environmental footprint—these materials use up to 50% less energy and water in production compared to virgin paper. Request vegetable or soy-based inks from your print lab instead of petroleum-based alternatives, which release fewer volatile organic compounds and biodegrade more readily without sacrificing color vibrancy or longevity.
Work with print-on-demand services rather than ordering bulk quantities to eliminate waste from unsold inventory, a practice that aligns with broader …