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Paper Industry Announces 2023 U.S. Paper Recycling Rates Using Updated Methodology

AF&PA announced 65-69% of paper available for recovery in the United States was recycled in 2023. The recycling rate for cardboard was 71-76%.

AF&PA Comments on the 2024 Election

AF&PA President and CEO Heidi Brock issued a statement on the 2024 election congratulating President-Elect Donald Trump and Vice President-Elect JD Vance.

AF&PA Releases Q3 2024 Boxboard Quarterly Report

AF&PA's Q3 2024 Boxboard report shows a 10% production increase and an 89% operating rate. Solid Bleached Folding production rose 18% year-over-year

AF&PA Releases Q3 2024 Containerboard Quarterly Report

According to the report, total Containerboard production in Q3 increased 3% compared to Q3 2023. It was up 6% when compared to the same nine months of 2023.

National Forest Products Week Highlights Industry's Commitment to Sustainability and Innovation

AF&PA celebrates National Forest Products Week by highlighting industry innovations that drive sustainability. Learn how the paper and wood products industry delivers essential, renewable, and recyclable products while investing in a sustainable future. Follow us with #ForestProductsWeek!

AF&PA Responds to Port Strike Suspension

AF&PA President and CEO Heidi Brock responds to the port strike suspension.

AF&PA Addresses Concerns Over Toilet Paper Shortages Amid Port Strike

AF&PA President and CEO Heidi Brock addresses concerns over toilet paper shortages, emphasizing U.S. supply chain stability amid the ongoing port strike.

AF&PA Commends EU Decision to Extend Deforestation Regulation Deadline to December 2025

AF&PA released a statement regarding the European Union’s Commission decision to extend the EU Deforestation Regulation implementation deadline to December 2025.

AF&PA Urges Swift End to Strike Threatening U.S. Economy and Manufacturing

AF&PA urges swift resolution to the ILA strike, warning of severe economic impact and risks to U.S. manufacturing and rural jobs.

AF&PA Releases August 2024 Packaging Papers Monthly Report

Total packaging papers & specialty packaging shipments in August increased 12% compared to August 2023. They were up 12% when compared to the same 8 months of 2023.

AF&PA Releases August 2024 Printing-Writing Monthly Report

AF&PA released the August 2024 Printing-Writing Monthly report. Total printing-writing paper shipments increased 4% in August compared to August 2023.

AF&PA-AWC Statement on DC Circuit Court Boiler MACT Decision

AF&PA President and CEO Heidi Brock and AWC President and CEO Jackson Morrill released a statement regarding the DC Circuit Court’s decision on Boiler MACT.