The Conference Binder

The Challenge:

Transform the thick, clumsy 3-ring binder that contains speaker handouts, conference schedule, exhibitor guide and promos into a green reference tool for use on-site.
    The Specs:

    • 1000 copies
    • 600 pages
    • Tabbed sections with mylar on tabs
    • Presentation slides 3-up with additional handouts
    • Virgin paper and traditional ink

Your Greener Solution:

Green Printing
  • 1000 copies, 320 pages each
  • 6-up presentation slides
  • Recycled paper
  • Soy-based inks
  • Recycled plastic coil binding
  • Colored divider sheets or cardstock tabs with no mylar
Results
  • 55% less virgin paper used
  • VOCs minimized with soy-based inks
  • Book made entirely from recycled materials
  • Bottom-line results: lower page count, less waste and reduced cost
All Electronic
  • Copies on CD distributed in paper sleeve
  • Slides are presented full size on screen with 3-up or 6-up print options to minimize paper use
  • Reusable option: find a sponsor for flash drives and give attendees something they can use again and again!
Results
  • 100% less virgin paper used
  • VOCs related to printing eliminated
  • Cost-saving media delivery


    Going 100% digital may take a couple of years. Consider easing into it with a blended solution.
The Blended Approach
  • A Final Program/Notebook plus the complete technical papers and presentations posted online before, during and after the event
  • Reduced to 80 pages with the benefits of onsite usability and eco-friendly conference material
  • Recycled paper, soy-based inks or digital printing
  • Other digital media such as flash drives
Results
  • Almost 95% less virgin paper used
  • VOCs minimized with digital printing
  • Budget savings with lower page count and ultra eco-friendly online delivery