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The Art of Geography doesn't stock an inventory of paper map products that need to be thrown out when they become obsolete. Our maps are distributed or sold as digital files online, mounted in permanent displays, or sold by organizations that usually use them all up.
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Participating in design work that encourages people to get exercise by walking, running, or bicycling for pleasure and/or transportation
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Specifying FSC certified or recycled paper for printing projects by default, and recommending right-sized print runs
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Preferring to work with FSC-certified printers
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Using public transportation whenever possible
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Turning computers off when not in use for a few hours; and using Energy-Saver features such as screensavers other times
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Using conferencing and other online meeting methods as much as possible, reducing the need to fly places
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Recycling every bit of paper that gets printed, as well as other types of waste such as obsolete electronics
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Reducing the need for printing proofs by distributing them online as Acrobat files
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Work with supply-chain to boost demand for more sustainable materials
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Providing an alternative to driving to heavily-visited wilderness sites through the use of virtual reality technology
