At Neyenesch Printers, sustainability isn’t a trend, it’s a tradition. For more than 125 years, we’ve taken pride in producing high-quality print while caring for the planet that makes our work possible. From investing in energy-efficient technology to partnering with organizations that restore forests and protect resources, we continually seek ways to reduce our environmental footprint and help our customers do the same.
We’re proud to announce that Neyenesch has achieved the Rye Strategy Level 1 Action Badge, the first milestone in Rye’s Net Zero Validation Program, a rigorous framework that guides organizations toward measurable climate progress.
What the Rye Level 1 Action Badge Means
Rye Strategy’s Emissions Reduction Program (ERP) recognizes businesses that are taking verified, science-based steps toward net-zero emissions. The Level 1 Action Badge signifies that Neyenesch has:
- Calculated our Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions for the previous year
- Established an internal sustainability committee dedicated to advancing carbon reduction initiatives
- Begun implementing actions that align with Rye’s broader five-level roadmap to Net Zero
This validation confirms that we are not only tracking our impact but actively managing it. We are turning our long-standing environmental values into data-driven, accountable results.
A Step Forward on a Proven Path
The Level 1 Action Badge is the first of five progressive tiers in Rye’s Net Zero Validation pathway from Action, Report, and Commit, to Reduce and Net Zero. Each step builds on the last, requiring transparent reporting, renewable-energy adoption, and verified emission reductions. Our goal is to advance through these levels methodically, ensuring every improvement we make is both measurable and meaningful.
By participating in this structured validation program, we’re able to benchmark our performance and prioritize initiatives that deliver the greatest impact from offsetting emissions to further integrating renewable power within our operations.
Sustainability Beyond the Badge
The Rye badge complements a long list of sustainability efforts already embedded in how we work every day:
- FSC® Certified and ISO 14001 Registered: Our production processes follow strict environmental management standards and responsible sourcing practices.
- Kodak Green Leaf Certified: Our prepress and plate systems meet rigorous energy and chemistry-reduction criteria.
- One Tree Planted Partnership: We plant trees for every job produced, contributing to reforestation and wildfire recovery projects.
- Continuous Innovation: We’ve invested in advanced digital equipment that minimizes waste, reduces setup materials, and delivers sustainable quality.
Together, these initiatives represent our holistic approach to sustainability by combining verification, certification, and community restoration into a single, long-term mission.
Why It Matters
As a family-owned San Diego business serving clients across industries, we believe print can be both powerful and responsible. Our sustainability journey ensures that every piece we produce from direct-mail campaigns to packaging and publications reflects not only exceptional craftsmanship but also conscious care for our environment.
The Rye Level 1 Action Badge serves as a visible reminder of that commitment. You’ll begin seeing the badge displayed on our website, materials, and client communications, symbolizing that every project we print helps support a cleaner, more sustainable future.
Looking Ahead
Earning this recognition is only the beginning. We’re excited to continue progressing through Rye’s validation levels increasing transparency, reducing emissions, and expanding our positive impact year after year.
At Neyenesch Printers, sustainability is more than a badge. It’s a promise to our clients, our community, and the planet.