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.
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:
Energy
Waste and circular economy
Customer
Awareness
- The full report
- An assessment table
- A shorter version of the report
Shipping and ordering
Digital
technology
Management
ENGLISH VERSION
Full Report
Read our full report to get an indepth understanding of some of our sustainability tips
Assessment table
Print out and use this handy table to assess how your bookshop can improve its eco-credentials
Short version
Get a quick overview of our research and the many tips to improve sustainability in your bookshop
FRENCH VERSION
Full Report
Read our full report to get an indepth understanding of some of our sustainability tips
Assessment table
Print out and use this handy table to assess how your bookshop can improve its eco-credentials
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 project 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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