Print Sustainability

📄Print Double-Sided

Always select duplex (double-sided) printing when available. This simple change cuts paper usage in half and significantly reduces waste. Most campus printers support automatic duplex printing.

⚫Choose Black & White

Print in grayscale unless color is absolutely necessary. Black and white printing uses less ink, reduces costs, and is faster. Reserve color printing for presentations and visual materials where it adds value.

📱Go Digital First

Before hitting print, ask: “Do I really need a paper copy?” Many documents can be read, annotated, and shared digitally. Use tablets, e-readers, or laptops for reading assignments and reference materials.

🗂️Print Multiple Slides

When printing PowerPoint presentations, use the handout layout with 3–6 slides per page. This reduces paper dramatically while still providing readable notes.

📝Use Digital Forms

Replace paper forms with digital alternatives:

• DocuSign — Secure electronic signatures
• Adobe Fillable PDFs — Complete forms on screen
• Google Forms — Online surveys and submissions
• Microsoft Forms — Data collection and feedback

💾Save to Cloud Storage

Store documents digitally in OneDrive, Google Drive, or other cloud services. Cloud storage makes files accessible anywhere, enables easy collaboration, and eliminates the need for printed copies.