Green Initiative
At MarketPoint we take our environmental responsibilites very seriously. We are reducing our carbon footprint by strictly enforcing the following conservation measures, and we are always looking for additional ways to save our natural resources.

Recycling

  • Sort All Paper and Substrates, Including White Paper, 4-Color Printed Stock, Cardboard, and Plastics
  • Bail and Compact All Recycled Materials On-Premises
  • Recycle All Ink Jet and Laser Toner Cartridges
  • Use Electronic Invoicing and Payment Methods to Reduce Paper Usage

Energy Savings

  • Installed High Efficiency T8 Fluorescent Lighting Fixtures Throughout the Production Facility
  • Installed Motion-Sensor Activated Light Switches in Office, Production, and Warehouse Areas
  • Energy StarNew Equipment Installations Must Meet Energy Star™ Standards

Reduced Carbon Emissions

  • Utilize Electric-Powered Versus Propane-Powered Material Handling Equipment on Production Floor
  • No Idle Rule – Trucks Delivering or Receiving Material to Our Facility Are Required To Shut Off Their Engines While Waiting

Measurable Results

  • Energy Savings of 420,000 KW Per Year; Enough to Power 55 Average Households Annually
  • Our Yearly Recycling Totals:
    Cardboard: 863,730 lbs.
    Plastic: 24,728 lbs.
    Paper: 2,549,509 lbs.



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