Our Responsibility / Sustainability

At Design East, sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to reducing our environmental impact, supporting our community, and continuously improving the way we work — for the benefit of our clients, our team, and the planet.

Our Commitments

Zero Waste to Landfill — We are committed to diverting all production waste away from landfill through responsible recycling, reuse, and recovery programmes.

Sustainable Materials — We prioritise FSC-certified paper stocks, eco-friendly inks, and recyclable substrates across all our print and signage production.

Carbon Reduction — We actively measure and work to reduce our carbon footprint across operations, logistics, and supply chain, with a goal of continuous year-on-year improvement.

Ethical Supply Chain — We partner with suppliers who share our values, ensuring fair working conditions, responsible sourcing, and transparency throughout our supply chain.

Community & Social Responsibility — As a proud East London business, we support our local community through partnerships, employment, and engagement with neighbourhood initiatives.

Continuous Improvement — Sustainability is a journey, not a destination. We regularly review our practices, set new targets, and hold ourselves accountable to meaningful progress.

Our Current Initiatives

Fully Electric Fleet — Our entire delivery and logistics fleet is 100% electric, eliminating tailpipe emissions from every job we carry out across London and beyond.

FSC-Certified Print Production — All paper-based print work is produced using FSC-certified materials, ensuring responsible forest management throughout our supply chain.

Substrate Recycling Programme — We work with specialist recycling partners to divert vinyl, foam board, and other large-format substrates from landfill at end of life.

Eco-Solvent & Water-Based Inks — We use low-VOC, eco-solvent and water-based inks wherever possible, reducing harmful emissions and improving air quality in our studio.

Local Business Network — As an active member of our local business community, we collaborate with nearby organisations to share knowledge, reduce waste, and support the East London economy.

Certifications & Partnerships

FSC Certified — We are proud to be FSC certified, giving our clients confidence that the paper and board we use comes from responsibly managed forests and verified recycled sources.

Recycling Partners — We work with accredited recycling specialists to ensure that production waste, including substrates, packaging, and offcuts, is properly processed and kept out of landfill.

Local Business Network — We are an active member of our local business network, committed to supporting the East London community and collaborating with like-minded organisations to drive positive change.