Company Statement: Sustainability and Environment

Gemini Books Group Ltd is an independent publisher, established in 2023. We make beautiful, illustrated books for children and adults that spark readers imagination.

With the energy of a start-up, and a publishing pedigree spanning over twenty-five years, we champion exciting authors and illustrators, and publish brilliant books that entertain readers of all ages.

Gemini creates and owns intellectual property, publishing books through a diverse portfolio of imprints that are creatively independent and expert in making long-lasting content for both adults and children.

At Gemini Books Group, we take sustainability and the environment seriously. We understand our responsibility for a sustainable future and are committed to being a leader in promoting it, particularly by reducing the use of plastics in our products.

Company Pledge:

• Sustainable and Environmental paper: We are committed to using timber from sustainable, managed and controlled sources and ensuring our books are printed on Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) paper supplies.
• Reduce Single Use Plastic: We are actively reducing the use of single use plastic across our operations. We are redesigning packaging to minimise plastic use, always exploring innovative, eco-friendly packaging materials.
• Sourcing Sustainable Factories: We are committed to sourcing sustainable factories. This means working with factories that have a strong track record of environmental and social responsibility. We consider factors such as a factory's energy use, waste management practices, labour standards, and commitment to worker safety. By sourcing sustainable factories, we help to reduce our environmental impact and ensure that our products are made in a responsible and ethical way.
• Promote Reusability: We are dedicated to exploring and implementing reusable packaging solutions wherever feasible. We encourage our supply chain partners to adopt reusable options by actively discussing our operations and the benefits of reusability.
• Code of Conduct: We are committed to conducting business with integrity and expect the same from our suppliers. Our code of conduct addresses a range of topics, including Labour practices, Environmental sustainability, Business ethics and Anti-corruption. Working with suppliers who share our values, we achieve a more sustainable and responsible supply chain.

Transparency and Collaboration:

We are committed to collaborating with stakeholders, including industry partners, publishers, manufacturers and environmental organisations, to develop effective solutions for our business sustainability and environment. We believe in transparency and diligently track our progress towards these goals.

A Sustainable Future:

By taking these initial steps, we shall create a more sustainable future for both our business and the planet.