Being ‘Green’ Pays Dividends

The company implemented an Environmental Management System modified to conform to ISO 14000 requirements in 1993. Early on, the printer voluntarily sought environmental auditing, corrective action and public disclosure, efforts that led to a partnership with the Printing Industry of Minnesota and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. John Roberts became the model for Minnesota’s Green Star Program and was one of the first to earn Minnesota Green Star status in 1997, a designation it continually renews.