Sustainable, together
Discover how the CEWE PHOTOBOOK is a sustainable, eco-friendly choice for your photos.
Products made from 100% recycled materials
Created using environmentally-friendly digital printing with water-based ink
FSC® certified products
Forest Stewardship Council® certification is the "gold standard" of principled production. All wood and paper used is produced from ethically managed forestry - socially responsible, environmentally conscious, and economically viable.
Frequently asked questions
Which products can be FSC® certified?
All products that have wood fibre content, such as paper, cardboard or wood, can be FSC® certified if they meet the right standards.
What is CEWE's position on the criticism of the FSC®?
We recognise and accept this criticism. Nevertheless, the FSC® is the most demanding seal for paper and wood products and is still supported by major environmental protection organizations. Therefore, the FSC® certification of our products is the best we can do for sustainable forest management.
Why is my CEWE PHOTOBOOK shrink-wrapped in plastic?
Plastic film is used to protect the product from damage. In this way, complaints are kept to a minimum. This leads to a reduction in the paper that would be consumed by reprinting a damaged order. We are looking for alternatives to replace the plastic packaging with a more environmentally friendly material.
Why aren't all CEWE photo products FSC® certified?
There are various reasons for this. Occasionally, we have to use small quantities of materials that are not yet certified for some of our products. 100% of the materials used must be certified in order to display the FSC® seal. In other cases, we simply have to adapt our processes so that they comply with all new guidelines during the annual FSC® audit. We are working hard to achieve this.
How has CEWE contributed to protecting the environment?
As a group, we've been working on improving our environmental impact for 20 years. We care about the preservation of the planet for future generations. From 2016 to 2022, CEWE has offset 100,000 tonnes of CO2 through our ongoing support of the Kasigau Wildlife Corridor.
We keep our emissions down to a minimum. This includes the use of renewable energies, green IT and climate-neutral shipping. Our entire added-value chain is climate-neutral: from the choice of raw materials, to purchasing, production and delivery.
Find out more by reading our annual, fully transparent environmental reports to the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP).