Bohemia, NY — November 30, 2012 – Sustainable Green Printing (SGP) Partnership, a non-profit organization providing sustainability certification in the graphic communications industry, today announces that the Portland, Oregon, facility of Forge Graphic Works is SGP Certified. Forge Graphic Works is a large format print shop and brand design studio. Many of Forge’s clients are now requiring SGP Certification. Forge recognizes that SGP Certification adds validity to its sustainable practices and will help to eliminate green-washing. This move also communicates what the company stands for and which direction it is heading.

“It’s imperative for our generation to adjust how we use our resources. Otherwise, much of what we take for granted today will not be available for our children tomorrow,” comments Todd Ebersole, Strategy Director/Co-Owner, Forge Graphic Works. “Sustainability is important in both our personal and business lives, so becoming SGP Certified was a logical move. We expect the certification to attract like-minded clients and vendor partners.”

“With increasing attention focused on environmental marketing, Forge Graphic Works has taken strong steps in the right direction. SGP Certification provides the necessary validation that a company has and will continue to incorporate sustainable business practices into their operation. We are proud to welcome Forge Graphic Works to the SGP community,” states Marci Kinter, Chair, SGP Board of Directors.

From energy-efficient upgrades to its choice in printing presses, Forge is committed to the environment. Forge invests in the latest printing technology, such as its latex machine, which can print roll-to-roll up to 126 inches wide, including many fabrics previously used mostly for dye-sublimation applications. Its UV flatbeds can print direct-to-substrate up to 98 inches wide. The company can also die-cut sheet goods up to 10’x 5’.

About Forge

Forge has a long history of design, project management, fulfillment and retail implementation; many projects involve 3-dimensional retail displays, extensive event graphics and vehicle wraps. For more information, visit www.forgepdx.com.

About SGP

SGP is a non-profit organization providing sustainability certification in the graphic communications industry. The organization promotes reducing the environmental impact and increasing the social responsibility through sustainable green printing practices. To receive SGP Certification, print facilities go well beyond compliance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. They establish sustainability management systems, implement best practices, and commit to continuous improvements in sustainability. Certified facilities are also required to report on progress annually. For more information about the SGP Partnership, the SGP Patron program, or the SGP certification process, visit www.sgppartnership.org.

Contact:

Todd Ebersole
Forge Graphic Works
todd@forgepdx.com
503-894-9164 x20

Heidi Thompson
ACE Public Relations for SGP
sgp@acepublicrelations.com
732.892.5445