Sustainable & Eco-Friendly Card Printing
Since 1910, Hallmark Greetings has pioneered environmental responsibility in the greeting card industry. Every card we produce reflects our commitment to protecting the planet for future generations.
Since 1910, Hallmark Greetings has pioneered environmental responsibility in the greeting card industry. Every card we produce reflects our commitment to protecting the planet for future generations.
We believe every greeting card should connect hearts without costing the earth
Since 2008, every sheet of paper in our greeting cards has been sourced from FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified forests. This ensures responsible forest management, protecting biodiversity and supporting local communities.
Real Impact (2024 Data):
Our cards are designed for end-of-life recyclability. We use water-based inks, recyclable glitter alternatives, and minimal plastic components to ensure nearly all our greeting cards can be recycled in standard curbside programs.
Material Composition (2024 Average):
We transitioned to 100% water-based inks in 2015, eliminating volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from our printing process. This shift reduced our air pollution by 78% and improved workplace safety for our printing staff at our Kansas City facility.
Verified Impact (2020-2024):
Since 2022, all corporate card programs and bulk orders over 500 units include carbon-neutral shipping at no extra cost. We partner with verified carbon offset programs focusing on reforestation and renewable energy projects.
Carbon Offset Achievements (2024):
Third-party verified environmental standards ensuring transparency and accountability
Forest Stewardship Council certification guarantees our paper comes from responsibly managed forests. Certificate #: FSC-C123456 (valid through December 2026).
Our printing processes meet Green Seal's GS-7 standard for printing facilities, covering energy use, waste management, and chemical safety. Certificate renewed annually since 2012.
International environmental management standard certification demonstrates our systematic approach to reducing environmental impact. Certified since 2010, recertified every 3 years (last: 2023).
Daily practices that reduce our environmental footprint across production, energy, and waste management
Our 67,000 sq ft Kansas City printing facility installed 1,200 solar panels in 2022, generating 45% of our annual electricity needs. The remaining 55% is sourced from wind energy through our utility provider.
2024 Energy Breakdown:
We achieved 82% waste diversion in 2024 through comprehensive recycling, composting, and material reuse programs. Our goal is 90% diversion by 2027 and zero-waste certification by 2030.
2024 Waste Management:
Transitioning to water-based inks required significant water management upgrades. Our closed-loop water recycling system installed in 2018 recycles 67% of process water, reducing municipal water consumption by 1.2 million gallons annually.
2024 Water Usage:
Transparent metrics demonstrating measurable progress toward our sustainability goals
Average across all card lines
Every card since 2008
Target: 90% by 2027
Through verified projects
Since water-based ink switch
45% solar + 55% wind
Since 2017 baseline
In 2024 alone
Ambitious goals backed by concrete action plans and investment commitments
Achieve 90% waste diversion by 2027 and zero-waste certification by 2030 through advanced sorting technology and circular material partnerships.
Planned Investments:
Transition from water-based synthetic inks to 100% plant-derived inks (soy, algae, vegetable oils) by 2028, further reducing petroleum dependency.
Current Progress:
Go beyond carbon neutrality to become carbon negative by 2030, offsetting more emissions than we produce through reforestation and renewable energy investments.
2030 Target:
Every card you order from Hallmark Greetings supports sustainable forestry and carbon-neutral shipping. Contact us to learn more about our environmental programs.