We manufacture sustainable paper and wood products from renewable resources that are used every day by millions of people. To that end, we support policies that help our industry grow, create jobs, and foster global market competition so we can continue to provide these essential products.
Our 2025 Focus
AF&PA is committed to advancing public policies that foster economic growth, job creation and international competitiveness in the vital paper & wood products sector.
Sustainable practices are the foundation of the paper and wood products industry. Our 2030 goals build on our sustainability successes and advance the industry into the coming decade.
We support education on recycling best practices as one of the top ways to increase the quantity and improve the quality of paper in the recycling stream. Paper mills want used paper products back so they can turn them into new and innovative products.
We believe paper recycling is a model for other industries. Programs and policies should reward the early and voluntary action our industry has taken to improve paper recycling.
The paper and wood products industry is a significant contributor of renewable energy, as well as a proud steward of the environment and natural resources.
We are committed to the safety of the industry’s essential workforce. We promote programs to prevent serious injuries and fatalities and work towards a goal of zero injuries.
