Purpose -Libraries have a variety of computer printers, faxes, network printers and photocopiers. All these machines have an environmental impact using paper, ink and electricity. This paper aims to discuss strategies for lessening the impact of these devices. Design/methodology/approach -The paper provides a "how-to" approach for librarians to achieve greener printing and copying. Findings -Modification in library procedures can result in greener printing and copying. Originality/value -The paper reviews the research on greener printing and provides practical suggestions for achieving greener printing and copying.
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