Green Printing, For a Planet We All Share

 

Green is our DNA

At Ricoh, “The Ricoh Way” shapes environmental responsibility as an integral part of every step from design and manufacturing to logistics and customer usage. We are committed to reducing environmental impact in every dimension, while driving toward a circular economy and a low-carbon society. For us, sustainability is not just a goal to achieve, but the very “DNA” at the heart of every Ricoh product.

Ricoh multifunction printers are therefore more than just office equipment, showing as the result of the belief that technology can help drive the world toward a more sustainable future. We develop technologies that reduce organizations’ carbon footprint, support smarter ways of working, and help conserve resources at the same time. Every feature reflects a balance between “performance” and “environmental friendliness,” delivering professional printing while creating value for the planet.

What is a Carbon Footprint?

A carbon footprint refers to the amount of carbon dioxide (CO₂) and other greenhouse gases generated by human activities in daily life, including the production and use of products such as multifunction printers. Reducing carbon footprint means acting to lower greenhouse gas emissions, which is a crucial step toward building a sustainable future.

Use Less, for More Sustainability

Ricoh’s approach to sustainability is simple yet powerful: “Use less for better results.” We develop technologies that reduce the use of energy, paper, and resources without compromising performance. Every feature of our printers is designed to create better outcomes while being more environmentally friendly.

Reducing Energy Consumption: Ricoh printers are designed for high energy efficiency, with Typical Electricity Consumption (TEC) values significantly outperform industry benchmarks. Quick Start-Up technology allows the machine to be ready immediately after turning it on, reducing waiting time and unnecessary power consumption. At the same time, Sleep Mode minimizes energy usage, in some models down to only 0.3 watts, and instantly returns to operation when a print job is sent or a button is pressed. In addition, Ricoh has developed low-melting-point toner, which requires less energy during the fusing process, reducing overall power consumption and lowering greenhouse gas emissions from electricity use with every print.

Reducing Paper Usage: Ricoh helps ensure that every sheet of paper you print carries real value. Automatic duplex printing can reduce paper usage by more than 50%, while the Combine Copy/Print function merges multiple pages into a single sheet without compromising clarity. Furthermore, Quota Management and User Authentication help control individual usage, preventing unnecessary printing. The Eco-Friendly Indicator visualizes how users’ daily behavior helps reduce paper and energy consumption, clearly showing their environmental contribution.

Ricoh multifunction printers are equipped with the Eco-Friendly Indicator, enabling organizations to track reductions in energy use and carbon emissions in a tangible way, because true sustainability must be measurable.

The statistical data displayed allows users to clearly see how duplex and combining printing help reduce paper and resource usage, as well as how changes in individual behavior make a difference. The Eco-Friendly Indicator turns the concept of sustainability into something visible and truly measurable.

Reducing Resource Consumption: Ricoh adheres to the circular economy concept, emphasizing the most efficient use of resources. Through the Toner Cartridge Collection & Recycling program, used toner cartridges are collected and recycled to reduce industrial waste. In addition, Ricoh multifunction printers include Staple-less Finishing, allowing documents to be bound without metal staples, reducing consumable materials. Refurbishment & End-of-Life Recycling also extend product life by restoring used machines to create value again instead of discarding them.

Reducing Plastic Usage: Ricoh multifunction printers help reduce plastic use in packaging and increase the use of recycled plastics in their components. This lowers pollution while complying with RoHS safety standards. We also reduce petroleum-based plastics in toner bottles and consumables.
For example, the IM C Series has shifted to paper-based packaging, reducing single-use plastic by over 54% and replacing shock-absorbing foam with recycled paper pulp. As a result, packaging materials now consist of up to 97% paper, supporting efficient resource use and greater environmental friendliness.

Choose smart printers from Ricoh to help reduce resource consumption and show responsibility for the environment in every print, because true performance must go hand in hand with sustainability.

More Sustainable, More Efficient, More Valuable

Ricoh aims to enhance organizational productivity while concretely reducing environmental impact, from lowering energy consumption and optimizing paper usage to managing resources sustainably. This helps reduce carbon footprints with every print, while also improving speed, accuracy, and operational agility.

Let’s build a sustainable future together with Ricoh. Choose Ricoh multifunction printers for “environmental friendliness” without compromising “performance,” so every print is powerful, safe, and more planet-friendly than ever.