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How Much Paper Was Recycled in 2023?

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How Much Paper Was Recycled in 2023?

Paper is one of the most highly recycled materials in the U.S. The paper recycling rate was 65-69% and the cardboard recycling rate was 71-76%.
Paper Industry Announces 2023 U.S. Paper Recycling Rates Using Updated Methodology

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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 Announces 2024 Award-Winning Sustainability Projects

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AF&PA Announces 2024 Award-Winning Sustainability Projects

6 Member Companies Honored for Leading Initiatives in Sustainability, Innovation and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. 
Call for Applications to U.S. Blue Sky Awards

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Call for Applications to U.S. Blue Sky Awards

The Blue Sky awards recognize students, young researchers and young professionals who are passionate about clean manufacturing, sustainable forestry and forest products, and the…

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What Are Forest Management Practices?

October 8, 2024
What Are Forest Management Practices?
This is part 2 of our forest management series. Registered foresters from across the U.S. explain forest management best practices on managed forests.
Sustainable Forestry
Marketplace Sustainability
Industry Voices

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AF&PA Responds to Port Strike Suspension

October 3, 2024
AF&PA Responds to Port Strike Suspension
AF&PA President and CEO Heidi Brock responds to the port strike suspension.
Business Impact

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

October 3, 2024
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.
Business Impact
Tissue

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

October 2, 2024
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.
Marketplace Sustainability
Sustainable Forestry

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

October 1, 2024
AF&PA urges swift resolution to the ILA strike, warning of severe economic impact and risks to U.S. manufacturing and rural jobs.
Business Impact

Update in Brief

What is Sustainable Forestry?

September 19, 2024
What is Sustainable Forestry?
Registered foresters from across the U.S. explain sustainable forestry and managed forests. 
Marketplace Sustainability
Industry Voices
Sustainable Forestry
Sustainability

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AF&PA Releases August 2024 Packaging Papers Monthly Report

September 18, 2024
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.
Statistics
Paper

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AF&PA Releases August 2024 Printing-Writing Monthly Report

September 18, 2024
AF&PA released the August 2024 Printing-Writing Monthly report. Total printing-writing paper shipments increased 4% in August compared to August 2023.
Statistics
Paper

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

September 3, 2024
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.
Sustainability

Update in Brief

Understanding Paper Ballots

August 20, 2024
Understanding Paper Ballots
Paper ballots help provide reliability and security. Paper ballots are made from specialty graphic paper based on detailed specifications from election officials and equipment manufacturers.
Paper Options
Marketplace Sustainability
Paper

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Paperboard Packaging Alliance Reveals 2024 Student Design Challenge Finalists

August 15, 2024
Students from California State Polytechnic University, Pennsylvania College of Art and Design, and Rochester Institute of Technology named as finalists.
Sustainability
Packaging

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Are Toilet Paper and Paper Towels Sustainable?

August 9, 2024
Are Toilet Paper and Paper Towels Sustainable?
We answered common questions about toilet paper and paper towels and explained why they are a responsible choice.
Marketplace Sustainability
Sustainable Forestry
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