What other kinds of office supplies have more beneficial environmental attributes?
Look for rechargeable batteries, water-based and non-toxic highlighters and markers, and 10-100% postconsumer recycled content plastic trash bag liners. Plastic desktop accessories like notepad and pencil holders, trays and organizers can be made with 25-80% postconsumer content. Check for plastic binders with up to 100% postconsumer recycled content depending on the type of plastic. See our Fact Sheet on Environmentally Preferable Nonpaper Office Products in Alameda County.
