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Epson transitions to 100% renewable electricity at all group sites worldwide
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pson has announced that, as of December 2023, all electricity used at Epson Group sites around the globe is from renewable sources. This makes Epson the first in the domestic manufacturing industry to complete the transition to renewable electricity at all its sites worldwide, including Japan. The Epson Group consumes approximately 876 GWh of electricity per year. By sourcing renewables to cover this demand, Epson expects to reduce its annual carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 400,000 tonnes. Epson publicly committed to becoming carbon negative and underground resource free in its Environmental Vision 2050. The use of renewable electricity is a key means by which Epson seeks to reach its goal of achieving decarbonisation. In line with this, Epson declared, in March 2021, that it would switch to 100% renewable electricity to meet the electricity needs at
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all Epson Group sites1 around the world by 2023. In November 2021, the switch was completed in Japan. The global switch to renewable electricity was completed on schedule in December 2023. In addition to sourcing renewable electricity, Epson will promote the broader adoption of renewable energy, including by generating more of its own power and by supporting the development of new power sources through co-creation. Epson will reduce the amount of energy associated with production and products and will pursue further advances in resource circulation to attain the goal of becoming carbon negative.
Xeikon has confirmed its participation at drupa 2024
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eikon, a leading supplier of digital production solutions for the packaging and graphic arts industries, has confirmed its participation at drupa 2024.
1,400 exhibitors from 50 nations will fill all 18 halls at the Düsseldorf trade fair grounds for drupa 2024, the world’s largest trade fair for the printing and packaging industry.
Xeikon is set to showcase its latest innovations and cutting-edge solutions at drupa 2024. The company’s presence at this renowned industry event underscores its dedication to providing customers with state-of-the- art technology that meets the evolving needs of the printing and packaging industry.
“Let’s be honest about it, much like many other industries, the print industry has weathered a turbulent period that has expedited the push towards
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digitisation. This shift is in response to emerging trends that demand greater agility, a commitment to sustainable solutions, and heightened efficiency,” says Filip Weymans, vice president of marketing at Xeikon.
Current investments in printing equipment should extend beyond mere considerations of technical specifications. Printers and converters are now seeking evidence-based, sustainable solutions, recognising their pivotal role in future- proof investments.
Across all four markets, Xeikon has achieved significant progress, introducing de-inkable print technologies, environmentally conscious LED inks that mitigate hazardous waste and lower energy consumption, innovative toner formulations unlocking emerging markets like paper-based flexible packaging, and toner compositions utilising over 60% recycled content.
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esult are launching the first recycled versions of two of their best-selling CORE caps using a sustainable equivalent fabric to conventional yarns.
These 210gsm 100% recycled polyester twill caps are ideal for all best fit, decoration and CORE value budgets, using the equivalent of one litre plastic bottle each.
New RC981X Recycled CORE Low Profile Cap: This six-panel low profile cap with pre-curved peak and tear release size adjuster is available in five colours at CORE value price. Supported front panels make this style a classic and ideal fit. New RC984X & RC984J Recycled CORE Printers Cap: This five-panel cap with seamless front panel is available in both adult and junior size and comes in eight colours, also part of the CORE value price range. Stiffened front panel makes this an ideal cap for decoration.
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