Inkjet printers could save Europe up to €176 million and over 333,000 metric tonnes of CO2 over four years, Epson finds

Epson’s first European Sustainability Report, titled The Green Choice, has found that companies could save up to €176 million on their energy bill and 333,041 metric tons of CO2 emissions in Europe as a result of choosing Epson inkjet printing technology over laser printers.

This report reinforces Epson’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) commitment and highlights its achievements with its focus on people, planet and process.

The report highlights that in the UK, companies could save up to €32,802,059 on their energy bill and 75,663,436kg of CO2 by using business inkjet technology over four years – that is a CO2 saving equivalent to the amount produced by an average UK car driving around the world 15,720 times.

These environmental and financial benefits for the UK, independently verified by TÜV Rheinland, were derived from the total business inkjet units sold in 2016 and 2017 and the anticipated savings of the printers over four years. The CO2 emission factor of the energy mix in the UK was also considered. These savings support the EU’s commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 20% and Epson’s goal of cutting CO₂ emissions by 90% across all its products and services by 2050.

These gains are due to the advances made in inkjet technology, which uses up to 96% less energy, produces up to 92% less CO2, and achieves up to 99% less waste than laser technology.

Kazuyoshi Yamamoto, president of Epson Europe, said: “We are dedicated to offering businesses across Europe a clear green choice in the products they use. I hear from customers everyday about their need for technology that is better for the environment, cost effective and efficient. This is what Epson has delivered, and the achievement, alongside the cumulative gains, lies with our business customers who have made the choice to switch from laser to inkjet technology.”

The Green Choice lays out Epson’s commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR) across all areas of its operations in Europe. It highlights the advances made in energy, water and CO2 savings across Epson’s European organisation; its commitment throughout its supply chain and manufacturing; and, its dedication to creating environmentally conscious products that allow businesses to reduce their environmental footprints.

The report will be published annually to account for the ongoing achievements and progress made.