Book publisher plots greener course – news bulletin

By Cecilia Brabin | January 12, 2013

Apr. 10 – Vegetable ink and recycled card minus a cover jacket offer a glimpse of how the books we read might well look in the future.

The British publisher Dorling Kindersley has just unveiled an earthy range of books which embraces the virtues of environmentalism.

But with costs running high, it could still be a while before green publications become the industry standard.

Reuters reporter Darcy Lambton has more.

Featured speakers:

Shaun Hodgkinson, Head of Production, Dorling Kindersley.
Catherine Bell, Commercial Director, Dorling Kindersley.

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Dorling Kindersley has published books that are environmentally friendly.
They are from 100% recycled materials.
The inks are petroleum based.
The paper is recycled.
The printer is located in a market.
The paper is sourced near the printer.
All Dorling Kindersley books will now be published in this way.
‘Green washing’ means making sure products are environmentally friendly.
The company denies this.
Dorling Kindersley is the only publisher reviewing its policy in light of climate change.