{"id":4733,"date":"2022-05-23T08:38:44","date_gmt":"2022-05-23T13:38:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/blog\/?p=4733"},"modified":"2025-07-29T13:21:54","modified_gmt":"2025-07-29T18:21:54","slug":"corporate-sustainability-platinum-is-our-new-green","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/blog\/features\/corporate-sustainability-platinum-is-our-new-green","title":{"rendered":"Corporate Sustainability: Platinum is Our New Green"},"content":{"rendered":"<!--the_content--><!--block-empty--> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-8\"> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-6\"> <p>It\u2019s no secret we pride ourselves on being an eco-friendly online printer. But for Smartpress and our parent company, <a href=\"https:\/\/thebernardgroup.com\/\">The Bernard Group<\/a>, that\u2019s the baseline. We go beyond <a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/support\/stocks-substrates\/recycled-paper-stocks\">recycled paper<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress.com\/support\/stocks-substrates\/banner-materials-sign-substrates\">green alternatives<\/a> to corporate sustainability as a whole. Need proof? Our EcoVadis sustainability rating just went from Gold to Platinum. How\u2019s that for proof? Our Director of Corporate Social Responsibility, Liesl Beck, details how we did it (and what\u2019s next).<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <!--block--><div class=\"row center-xs\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-8\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-12\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--\/block--> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-8\"> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <\/span><\/p> <h2>Key Takeaways<\/h2> <ul> <li><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"#paved-in-platinum\">Smartpress and The Bernard Group have achieved Platinum status from EcoVadis<\/a> (and upgrade from the previously-held Gold), placing them in the top 1% of all companies evaluated in the printing industry for corporate social responsibility.<\/span><\/li> <li><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"#leading-the-industry\">Smartpress&#8217; Carbon Neutral Program offsets Scopes 1 and 2 emissions, with plans underway to address Scope 3. <\/a>This includes purchasing Green-e\u00ae Certified Renewable Energy Certificates and funding verified carbon offset projects, such as forest conservation in Peru and hydropower in Brazil.<\/span><\/li> <li><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"#green-foot-forward\">From employee training to supplier evaluations, sustainability is embedded across departments.<\/a> Initiatives like formal inclusion programs, anti-corruption measures and sustainable procurement show a holistic commitment to social responsibility, not just eco-friendly printing.<\/span><\/li> <\/ul> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <!--block--><div class=\"row center-xs\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-8\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-12\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--\/block--> <div class=\"row center-xs pullQuote\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-10\"> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10\"> <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8220;We\u2019re dedicated and committed to leading our industry in having a positive social and environmental impact.\u201d<\/span><\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><!--block-empty--> <div class=\"row center-xs blockOffset-bottom-sm\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-10\"> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/smartpressblog.imgix.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/blog_corporate_sustainability_ecovadis_platinum.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&ixlib=php-3.3.0&w=900&s=f04a7049450f3427b9006acabe5f80e7\" alt=\"The logo for EcoVadis Platinum status for corporate sustainability with green trees behind it.\"   data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><!--block-empty--> <div class=\"row center-xs blockOffset-top-sm\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-10\"> <div class=\"row\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <h2 id=\"paved-in-platinum\">Paved in Platinum<\/h2> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <!--block--><div class=\"row center-xs\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-8\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-12\">\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--\/block--> <!--block: 50-50 --><div class=\"row center-xs\" ><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"><div class=\"row\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6\"><!--[col]--><\/span><\/p> <p>So what does it all mean? EcoVadis is an independent Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) evaluation company. They help us integrate CSR principles into our daily business initiatives. A high rating from them means we\u2019re on the right track and the eco efforts of our online printing shop are effective.<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p>Reaching EcoVadis Gold status in 2019 was an achievement in and of itself, as was retaining it through 2021. But going <a href=\"\/blog\/press-releases\/smartpress-earns-platinum-sustainability-rating\">Platinum in 2022<\/a> is green printing on a whole new level. What\u2019s the difference? Platinum means we&#8217;re in the top 1% of all companies EcoVadis evaluates in the printing services industry. Not bad, huh?<\/p> <!--[\/col]--><\/div> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6\"><!--[col]--> <p>\u201cWe\u2019re in a constant cycle of continuous improvement. We began our CSR journey in 2018 and to reach Platinum status in only four years is amazing,\u201d said Beck. \u201cIt\u2019s a true testament to the hard work and collaboration of our employees. We\u2019re dedicated and committed to leading our industry in having a positive social and environmental impact.\u201d<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p>One major contributor to our corporate sustainability success is our <a href=\"\/blog\/features\/sustainable-printing-smartpress-carbon-neutral-program\">Carbon Neutral Program<\/a>. Along with our new Platinum status comes the purchase of new Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) and carbon offsets from an environmental solutions provider.<\/p> <!--[\/col]--><\/div> <\/div><\/div><\/div> <!--\/block--><!--block-empty--> <!--graybar--><div class=\"ltGrayBkgd-md\"><\/div><!--\/graybar--> <!--block--><div class=\"row center-xs\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-8\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-12\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--\/block--> <div class=\"row center-xs pullQuote\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-10\"> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10\"> <p>&#8220;Our customers asked that we focus on forestry and protecting endangered habitats.&#8221;<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <!--block--><div class=\"row center-xs\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-8\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-12\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--\/block--> <div class=\"row center-xs blockOffset-top-sm\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-8\"> <div class=\"row\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <h2 id=\"leading-the-industry\">Leading the Industry in Corporate Sustainability<\/h2> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><!--block-empty--> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-8\"> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <p>Carbon dioxide emissions are broken into three categories:<\/p> <ul> <li><strong>Scope 1:<\/strong> Emissions are made directly by our five primary facilities and company vehicles in Minnesota.<\/li> <li><strong>Scope 2<\/strong>: Emissions consist of those generated by the electricity we purchase from local energy partners.<\/li> <li><strong>Scope 3:<\/strong> Emissions include those made by our supply and distribution chain, employees commuting, business travel, purchased goods and waste disposal.<\/li> <\/ul> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p>Most companies with carbon offset programs usually offset only Scope 1. We, on the other hand, offset Scopes 1 and 2 all the way back in January 2020 (with Scope 3 in the works!). What can we say? We go big when we go green.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><!--block-empty--> <!--graybar--><div class=\"ltGrayBkgd-md\"><\/div><!--\/graybar--><!--block-empty--> <div class=\"row center-xs blockOffset-bottom-sm\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-10\"> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/smartpressblog.imgix.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/corporate_sustainability_wind_energy.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&ixlib=php-3.3.0&w=900&s=790ce08f55f0f5d78adf98f1783d9517\" alt=\"Windmills in a field with a gravel road and water in a ditch alongside it and a cloudy sky.\"   data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><!--block-empty--> <div class=\"row center-xs blockOffset-top-sm\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-8\"> <div class=\"row\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <h2>RECs: Planning for the Planet<\/h2> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><!--block-empty--> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-8\"> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <p>RECs account for and promote the use, expansion, development and maintenance of renewable energy sources. They also channel funds directly to renewable energy and greenhouse gas reduction projects. (As an eco-friendly printer, this is especially important to us.)<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p><em>Our new RECs:<\/em><\/p> <ul> <li>Green-e\u00ae Certified Wind, Solar and Biomass Renewable Energy Certificates in the United States and Canada.<\/li> <li>DYK: \u201cGreen-e Certified\u201d renewable energy meets the highest standards in North America. It must be generated from new facilities that meet rigorous standards for environmental quality, marketed with complete transparency and accuracy and delivered to the purchaser, who has sole title.<\/li> <\/ul> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><!--block-empty--> <!--graybar--><div class=\"ltGrayBkgd-md\"><\/div><!--\/graybar--><!--block-empty--> <div class=\"row center-xs blockOffset-bottom-sm\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-10\"> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/smartpressblog.imgix.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/corporate_sustainability_carbon_offsets_amazon_rainforest.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&ixlib=php-3.3.0&w=900&s=c6d4dde9141be1b59c84611a18069178\" alt=\"A forest full of trees with lush, green leaves and mountains in the background.\"   data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><!--block-empty--> <div class=\"row center-xs blockOffset-top-sm\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-8\"> <div class=\"row\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <h2>Carbon Offsets: Reducing Our Carbon Footprint<\/h2> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><!--block-empty--> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-8\"> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <p>Carbon offsets address greenhouse gas emissions. They enable organizations like ours to reduce our environmental impact by supporting projects that are actively working to reduce, absorb or prevent carbon and other emissions from entering the atmosphere.<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p><em>Our new Carbon Offsets:<\/em><\/p> <ul> <li>Cordillera Azul National Park Project in Peru- We chose this project because our customers asked that we focus on forestry and protecting endangered habitats. This project in the \u201cJewel of the Peruvian Amazon\u201d combats deforestation, protects its habitat and biodiversity and supports local communities as they transition to sustainable livelihoods.<\/li> <li>Teles Pires Hydropower Project in Brazil- This plant makes use of renewable hydroelectric resources instead of fossil-fuel-fired electricity.<\/li> <\/ul> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><!--block-empty--> <!--graybar--><div class=\"ltGrayBkgd-md\"><\/div><!--\/graybar--><!--block-empty--> <div class=\"row center-xs blockOffset-bottom-sm\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-10\"> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/smartpressblog.imgix.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/corporate_sustainability_recycle_program.jpg?auto=format%2Ccompress&ixlib=php-3.3.0&w=900&s=6eba438ec0463d24ebb16a45654c8c01\" alt=\"Three recycling bins in a production facility with labels printed with Waste to Energy and Corrugate A.\"   data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><!--block-empty--> <div class=\"row center-xs blockOffset-top-sm\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-8\"> <div class=\"row\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <h2 id=\"green-foot-forward\">Printing With Our Green Foot Forward<\/h2> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><!--block-empty--> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-8\"> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <p>So where do we go from here? Beyond our <a href=\"\/blog\/features\/paper-sustainability-why-printing-with-smartpress-is-eco-friendly\">sustainable paper<\/a> and <a href=\"\/blog\/on-press\/sustainable-signage-8-substrates-for-planet-friendly-printing\">eco-friendly substrates<\/a>, offering environmentally conscious online printing services and business practices is an ever-evolving challenge &#8211; but it\u2019s one we\u2019re up for. Each year The Bernard Group\u2019s Environmental Management team sets new objectives. This is what we\u2019re aiming at in 2022:<\/p> <ul> <li><em>Recycling Program:<\/em> Improve our waste program performance throughout all facilities, including optimizing waste streams, ensuring all recycled material is properly sorted and improving awareness with employees. We aim to redirect 500 tons of waste with improved recycling practices.<\/li> <li><em>Offset Scope 3 Emissions:<\/em> Complete our Scope 3 calculations and offset 100% of these emissions. We began measuring Scope 3 in 2021. This data will be vital in understanding and improving environmental performance in all areas.<\/li> <li><em>Calculated Energy Savings Projects:<\/em> Reduce energy consumption with a variety of projects that will be identified and implemented throughout 2022, including shutting down idle equipment, LED retrofits, occupancy sensors and eliminating compressed air leaks. Our goal is a total energy savings of 100,000 kWh.<\/li> <\/ul> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p><em><strong>Hint:<\/strong><\/em> Show off your green printing prowess with our carbon neutral logo! Just download it for FREE <a href=\"https:\/\/smartpress-assets.s3.amazonaws.com\/resources\/smartpress-carbon-neutral-printing-badge.zip\">here<\/a> and add it to your next online printing project.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><!--block-empty--> <!--graybar--><div class=\"ltGrayBkgd-md\"><\/div><!--\/graybar--> <!--block--><div class=\"row center-xs\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-8\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-12\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--\/block--> <div class=\"row center-xs blockOffset-top-sm\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-8\"> <div class=\"row\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <h2>Q&amp;A<\/h2> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><!--block-empty--> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-8\"> <div class=\"row\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <p>We could go on and on about our CSR strategy. But why not hear it from the expert? We\u2019ll let Beck take it from here.<\/p> <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <!--block--><div class=\"row center-xs\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-8\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-12\"><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--\/block--> <!--block: 50-50 --><div class=\"row center-xs\" ><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"><div class=\"row\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6\"><!--[col]--><\/span><\/p> <p><strong>What steps are needed for a company to go through the EcoVadis evaluation process?<\/strong><br \/> <em><strong>Liesl Beck:<\/strong><\/em> \u201cEcoVadis created an assessment based on our industry and headcount. The assessment took weeks to complete as collaboration with multiple departments was needed to compile all the information and documentation required to answer the questions.<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p>\u201cOnce submitted, EcoVadis evaluated our answers and documentation based on their criteria, Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards and the United Nations\u2019 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). Their evaluation took nearly eight weeks to complete, then we received our score, which is now available for us to share with our clients and vendors.\u201d<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p><strong>How did The Bernard Group and Smartpress prepare for this assessment?<\/strong><br \/> \u201cWith the results of last year\u2019s assessment, we received a scorecard, performance strengths, areas for improvement and reporting guidelines based on GRI. The suggested areas of improvement were closely considered and our annual initiatives were set based on our CSR objectives and overall company strategy.<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p>\u201cThe CSR department then collaborated with multiple departments to collect specific information, communicate new initiatives and provide the necessary documentation.\u201d<\/p> <!--[\/col]--><\/div> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-6\"><!--[col]--> <p><strong>What changes did we make that brought us from Gold status in previous years to Platinum in 2022?<\/strong><br \/> \u201cSome of the initiatives implemented in 2021 made a huge impact. We implemented our Carbon Neutral Program by purchasing verified carbon credits and renewable energy. We also publicly reported our Scope 1 and 2 emissions through the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP).<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p>\u201cWe launched company-wide discrimination and harassment training, as well as a program that promotes inclusion of employees with disabilities. We even implemented formal awareness training to prevent corruption, plus audits of the control procedures in place to prevent corruption.<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p>\u201cWe also launched a Sustainable Procurement Program, where we encourage our suppliers to comply with our CSR values and initiatives. We also conducted third-party supplier CSR assessments.\u201d<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p><strong>How do employees contribute to our company\u2019s eco success?<\/strong><br \/> \u201cMany of our employees are passionate about the environment and every one of them has an impact on our environmental performance. We provide awareness training to show them how their role or job affects the environment and specific ways they can contribute to improving our overall performance.<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p>\u201cWe also provide Eco Design tools to our sales teams, so they can help guide our clients on how to design and produce their projects more sustainably.\u201d<\/p> <!--[\/col]--><\/div> <\/div><\/div><\/div> <!--\/block--> <!--block--><div class=\"row center-xs\"><div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-8\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-12\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><!--\/block--> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-11 col-md-8\"> <div class=\"row center-xs\"> <div class=\"col-xs-12 col-sm-10 col-md-8\"> <p><strong>Why is having a robust environmental program important to The Bernard Group and Smartpress?<\/strong><br \/> \u201cOur environmental policy states that we\u2019re committed to leading the industry by reducing our impact on the environment. It\u2019s important to us as a company to do the right thing for both the environment and our community and to be an example for our clients, suppliers and all of our stakeholders.\u201d<\/p> <p>&nbsp;<\/p> <p><em><strong>Hint:<\/strong> <\/em>Take an inside look at our <a href=\"\/blog\/features\/green-goals-an-inside-look-at-our-environmental-management-system\">Environmental Management System<\/a>.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><!--block-empty--><!--\/the_content-->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"It\u2019s no secret we pride ourselves on being an eco-friendly online printer. But for Smartpress and our parent company, The Bernard Group, that\u2019s the baseline. We go beyond recycled paper and green alternatives to corporate responsibility as a whole. Need proof? Our EcoVadis sustainability rating just went from Gold to Platinum. How\u2019s that for proof? 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