Sustainable Event Badges, Lanyards, and Packaging
Our paper and direct thermal badges start on FSC-certified paper, and every recycled lanyard is made from post-consumer plastic bottles. Here's exactly what each of our products is made from and how they work together as a complete eco-friendly event solution.
What makes event products sustainable?
We carefully consider the materials we choose, the way we print, how much we print, and how it ships.
- Responsibly sourced materials - From FSC-certified paper and post-consumer plastic bottles to recyclable PVC holders, every material we use is chosen to give your event earth-friendly product options.
- Printed on demand - Every badge is printed to order from your attendee list, not pulled from pre-made stock. You get exactly what you need, personalized and ready to wear, with no surplus inventory headed for landfill.
Want to feel the materials first? Our free sample pack includes badges, lanyards, and holders.
Eco-friendly event products
No vague claims. Here's exactly what each product is made of. Recycling rules vary by state and city, so check with your local program before anything goes in the bin after your event.
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Made for on-site event badge printing, our no-notch direct thermal event badges are printed on FSC-certified paper. Pair them with our recyclable badge holders.
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Our paper event badges are printed on thick, FSC-certified 18 pt cardstock with natural tear resistance and a matte finish. Pair them with recycled lanyards for an eco-friendly event setup.
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Our recycled rPET lanyards are woven from post-consumer plastic bottles. They take full-color dye-sublimation printing exactly like standard polyester, so choosing recycled costs you nothing in design quality.
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Our ultra-clear badge holders are made from soft, recyclable PVC and are durable enough to last through multi-day events.
Frequently asked questions
What are sustainable event badges made of?
Billy's Badges sustainable event badges are printed on FSC-certified paper: direct thermal stock or thick 18 pt cardstock.
What does FSC-certified paper mean?
FSC-certified paper is certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), meaning the pulp is traceable to responsibly managed forests. Billy's Badges prints its direct thermal and paper event badges on FSC-certified paper.
Are paper and direct thermal event badges recyclable?
Yes. Billy's Badges no-notch direct thermal and paper event badges are unlaminated cardstock, so they can go in paper recycling.
What are rPET lanyards made from?
rPET lanyards are made from recycled post-consumer plastic bottles. Billy's Badges rPET lanyards are soft, durable, and printed in full color with dye sublimation, just like standard polyester lanyards.
Can PVC badge holders be recycled?
Billy's Badges holders are made from recyclable PVC, but not every recycling program accepts PVC. Check with your local program.