Now that the guide is printed, it needs to be bound, and the two simplest methods are staple and saddle stitch binding, however I must find out which is more environmentally friendly than the other as this will determine which one I go for, to optimise sustainability.
I wasn't able to find any actual articles on sustainable binding methods, however from what I have read (in Sustainable: Graphic Design Google Book) staples have to be removed in the recycling process as they can't be recycled, whereas I presume thread can be recycled, especially if it's cotton or natural, as it is biodegradable.
Therefore I will saddle stitch my guide, so that everything can be recycled in it.
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