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| Yellow Pages Group has developed several programs and politics to integrate the three R’s (Reduce, Reuse and Recycle) in its business practices. |
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Yellow Pages Group has and continues to search for opportunities to eliminate unnecessary printing. With this edict in mind, we have successfully implemented a number of programs that have resulted in the reduction of the amount of paper we use. These initiatives include:
- Improve distribution strategy including inventory management and stock reduction initiatives;
- Work with medium and large businesses to accurately determine the required number of directories;
- Adjust the dimensions of some directories for more efficient use of press to reduce waste;
- Deliver residential directories every 24 months instead of 12 months in certain large urban markets (Quebec, Montreal, Ottawa, Vancouver and Toronto);
- Offer to residents in 2009 the option to customize their directory order;
- Internally, reduce our paper consumption.
Reuse
The paper that we use at YPG for our directories is a clear example of successfully reusing material. Our paper is certified Elemental Chlorine Free and composed of a blend of post-consumer fibre content as well of thermo-mechanical pulp made from wood chips, a by-product of saw mill operations. In all our offices across Canada, employees use 100% recycled paper.
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Recycle
Our directories are fully recyclable. In order to produce a recyclable product, we avoid the use of materials that are difficult to recycle. We are also committed to ensuring all future enhancements to our directories will effectively assimilate into the recycling process.
Recycled directories are converted into newsprint, cereal boxes, coffee holders, egg crates and other paper products.
YPG also promotes directory recycling through municipal programs. We partner with environmental and governmental agencies to ensure that we comply with provincial regulations. Internal recycling programs are also available in all our offices across Canada. They include paper, plastic, glass, aluminum cans, cell phones, batteries and ink cartridges.
We are a member of Corporations Sharing Responsibility (CSR) and the Provincial Recycling Councils in Ontario, Alberta, and British Columbia. Additionally, YPG is a steward with Éco Entreprises Québec, with Stewardship Ontario and with Multi-Material Stewardship Manitoba. |
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Large Users’ Recycling Service
A complimentary pick-up service is offered in some regions to large users for recycling their outdated Yellow Pages™ directories. It includes businesses, hotels, hospitals, universities, apartment buildings or any other facility that would qualify based on the quantities they receive.
For more information, please contact us at enviro@ypg.com |
