Cole Papers Inc. - Wholesale Industrial and Printing Paper Supplies -- Go Green With Cole

The Cole Papers Commitment

We understand that maintaining healthy buildings with a reduced impact on the environment is of utmost importance for our customers. That is why Cole Papers is committed to not only offering environmentally preferable products, but to also partnering with our customers to ensure safe product use and improved productivity without increasing operations costs.

The selection and use of environmentally preferable or “green” products is a significant piece of an organization’s sustainability mission. A green cleaning program can help organizations take giant steps toward sustainability, saving water and energy, reducing product waste, and improving indoor air quality.

Our product offerings and support help customers meet or exceed green cleaning requirements, whether they are developing their own green programs or pursuing green cleaning credits under the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED-EB (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design for Existing Buildings) program.

Cole Papers’ Sustainability Mission: To be our customers’ single-source provider of the highest-performing, most sustainable products and services to achieve the cleanest, healthiest facilities.

Green Alliances

Cole Papers works closely with industry standardsetting organizations to help our customers meet or exceed green regulations on national, state, and local levels. When you work with us, you can rest assured that we will help your organization adhere to standards set by the U.S. Green Building Council-LEED, EPA, Green Seal, Environmental Choice and CRI.

Printing Papers

Cole Papers carries several lines of Environmentally Friendly Printing Papers that meet various industry standards and certifications from organizations such as the Forest Stewardship Council, Green Seal, Sustainable Forestry Initiative and the Rainforest Alliance. Click for more information.

We Proudly Carry Green Seal Certified Products

Comprehensive Green Cleaning Program

Cleaning for health and the environment includes more than simply purchasing environmentally preferable products.

Our green cleaning program is comprehensive, including product and tool selection, training to ensure the most effective and safe cleaning procedures, and continuous improvement.
Change can be difficult, so we provide the structure to help you implement your new program at a pace that will ensure positive results in your facility.
The Cole Papers green cleaning program, built on a three step foundation, is tailored to meet your organization’s unique needs to ensure your program works best for your facilities.

Step 1: Assess. We review and analyze your current product specifications, cleaning systems and environmental goals.

Step 2: Design. We design a comprehensive green cleaning program tailored to fit the unique needs of your facility or organization.

Step 3: Achieve. We direct and oversee the implementation of your green program to ensure follow-through and continuous improvement.

Our Guarantee

Performance Guarantee
Our green solutions are high quality, safe products designed to enhance the appearance of the facility while meeting environmental standards.

Cost-Effective Guarantee
Our green solutions are cost-effective investments that support environmental responsibility while meeting important budget requirements.

People, Planet, Profit

Improving the Triple Bottom Line:
People, Planet, Profit

Caring about the health and well-being of people and the environment is not only the right thing to do, but it also can improve an organization’s financial success. Sustainable efforts such as green cleaning can help your organization positively impact its triple bottom line: People, Planet and Profit.

People

Improve tenant comfort
Improve employee productivity
Improve employee relations and morale
Reduce illnesses and absenteeism
Foster overall workplace wellness

Planet

Reduce environmental impact
Create a better world for future generations
Conserve natural resources

Profit

Increase occupancy rates
Lower operational costs
Increase asset value
Increase shareholder value
Reduce liability and insurance costs
Increase safety and reduce risk

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates that people spend up to 90 percent of their time indoors. Products and materials used indoors can release volatile chemicals and particles into the air, negatively affecting human health and productivity. Poor IAQ can increase the risk of occupant illnesses and lead to allergies, asthma, reproductive and developmental problems, and even cancer. An unhealthy indoor environment also has an economic impact for businesses as employee productivity decreases with illnesses and absenteeism.

Green cleaning includes products and procedures designed to ensure a cleaner and safer indoor environment, to increase employee productivity and satisfaction, and to enhance building value and integrity.

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