We at Duggal are firmly committed to innovate, detoxify and recycle across all aspects of our supply-chain and production processes. We realize that by eliminating environmentally hazardous materials throughout our product line and working with our customers, we can truly make a difference. We are raising the bar for the entire graphics industry to adopt environmentally responsible practices and reduce their collective ecological footprint.
Duggal takes inspiration from resources such as the Natural Step, Cradle to Cradle and Life Cycle Analysis that are sustainability frameworks to aid in environmentally friendly product development, printing processes as well as responsible end of life management. Products like Eco Weaves, Eco Ultra Poplin, and Eco Wallpaper have allowed us to offer immediate alternatives to their toxic substitutes used as a standard by the rest of the industry. Our entire Eco-Imaging product line is designed as a closed loop system, so when the products manufactured reach their end of life, they are transported to our partner recycling facility and brought back into the production chain. Currently we are recycling between 80 – 90% of all waste in each of our four main production facilities.
In our corporate location on 29 w. 23rd street we worked with ITAC (Industrial + Technology Assistance Corporation) to reduced our lighting energy usage by over 60%. ITAC replaced all of our 275 bulbs with energy efficient bulbs to save energy and reduce costs.
Duggal Visual Solutions is SGP (Sustainable Green Printing Partnership), FSC (Forest Stewardship Council), G7 (Idealliance), and Rainforest Alliance certified.
In Brooklyn, the Duggal Greenhouse is a laboratory in new technology, utilizing solar energy, organic air purification and eco-friendly building practices. Additionally, Duggal’s newest facility in the Brooklyn Navy Yard is the first production facility to ever receive LEED gold certification. LEED certified buildings save money and resources and have a positive impact on the health of occupants, while promoting renewable, clean energy.
Duggal Visual Solutions’ Founder Mr. Baldev Duggal, also created Lumi•Solair, which specializes in off-grid renewable products. The company fosters innovation in the clean tech industry. Lumi•Solair's lighting products eliminate the need for underground wiring to produce significant cost savings compared with traditional grid connected lamp posts.
Our hope is that by taking a leadership position in the industry, we will be able to influence both our clients and our suppliers to join us in making the right decisions toward a more sustainable future. Together we can develop a comprehensive sustainable solution.
Happy Earth Day from all of us at Duggal Visual Solutions.
