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STATE OF PLAY, CHALLENGES AND SECTOR IMPROVEMENTS

The European and International Booksellers Federation (EIBF) and its RISE Bookselling network members take climate change seriously. We have commissioned research into the best practices that booksellers can utilise to run a more sustainable, eco-conscious bookshop.

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RISE webinar on green bookselling

7 MAY 2024
Meet the researchers of our study on the sustainability of the bookselling sector

WHAT-TO-EXPECT

Our research collates international best practices for sustainability in the bookselling sector. From rethinking energy suppliers and reusing packaging material, to conducting an energy audit and engaging with other parts of the book value chain. We aim to provide booksellers with practical tips to help them conduct their business in a more environmentally friendly way.

This report is split into six chapters representing the main areas in which bookshops can have an impact: 

The resources below are available in both French and English. Download these assets and benefit from:

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Energy

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Waste and 
circular economy

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Customer

Awareness

  • The full report
  • An assessment table
  • A shorter version of the report
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Shipping and 
ordering

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Digital
technology

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Management

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RESOURCES

ENGLISH VERSION

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Full Report

Read our full report to get an indepth understanding of some of our sustainability tips

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Assessment table

Print out and use this handy table to assess how your bookshop can improve its eco-credentials

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Short version

Get a quick overview of our research and the many tips to improve sustainability in your bookshop

FRENCH VERSION

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Full Report

Read our full report to get an indepth understanding of some of our sustainability tips

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Assessment table

Print out and use this handy table to assess how your bookshop can improve its eco-credentials

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Short version

Get a quick overview of our research and the many tips to improve sustainability in your bookshop

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RISE Bookselling is a network programme organized by the European and International Booksellers Federation (EIBF) and co-funded by the Creative Europe programme of the European Union.

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