Greener library printing and copying
Abstract
Purpose
Libraries have a variety of computer printers, faxes, network printers and photocopiers. All these machines have an environmental impact using paper, ink and electricity. This paper aims to discuss strategies for lessening the impact of these devices.
Design/methodology/approach
The paper provides a “how‐to” approach for librarians to achieve greener printing and copying.
Findings
Modification in library procedures can result in greener printing and copying.
Originality/value
The paper reviews the research on greener printing and provides practical suggestions for achieving greener printing and copying.
Keywords
Citation
Kruse, T. (2011), "Greener library printing and copying", The Bottom Line, Vol. 24 No. 3, pp. 192-196. https://doi.org/10.1108/08880451111186053
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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