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AF&PA Urges New York Governor Hochul to Veto TREES Act

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AF&PA Urges New York Governor Hochul to Veto TREES Act

New York’s TREES Act continues to ignore the fact that the U.S. paper and wood products industry champions sustainable forestry and does not contribute to deforestation. 
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. 

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AF&PA Congratulates President Biden and Vice President Harris

January 20, 2021
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) President and CEO Heidi Brock issued the following statement on the inauguration of President Joseph R. Biden and Vice President Kamala D. Harris.

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American Forest & Paper Association Releases December 2020 Containerboard Monthly Report

January 15, 2021
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released its December 2020 Containerboard Monthly report.
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American Forest & Paper Association Releases December 2020 Packaging Papers Monthly Report

January 15, 2021
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released its December 2020 Packaging Papers & Specialty Packaging Monthly report.
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American Forest & Paper Association Releases December 2020 Boxboard Monthly Report

January 15, 2021
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released its December 2020 Boxboard Monthly report.
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AF&PA Condemns U.S. Capitol Violence and Affront on Democracy

January 6, 2021
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) President and CEO Heidi Brock issued the following statement in the aftermath of violent events that took place in Washington, D.C. on January 6, 2021.

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Holiday Tips for Recycling Paper in Your Home

December 17, 2020
Holiday Tips for Recycling Paper in Your Home
‘Tis the season to recycle! During the holiday season, our homes are filled with greeting cards from family and friends, cardboard boxes from online shopping, and wrapping paper and paper bags for gifting.
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American Forest & Paper Association Releases November 2020 Printing-Writing Monthly Report

December 16, 2020
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released its November 2020 Printing-Writing Monthly report.
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American Forest & Paper Association Releases November 2020 Packaging Papers Monthly Report

December 15, 2020
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released its November 2020 Packaging Papers & Specialty Packaging Monthly report.
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American Forest & Paper Association Releases November 2020 Containerboard Monthly Report

December 15, 2020
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released its November 2020 Containerboard Monthly report.
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American Forest & Paper Association Releases November 2020 Boxboard Monthly Report

December 15, 2020
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released its November 2020 Boxboard Monthly report.
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American Forest & Paper Association Releases October 2020 Containerboard Monthly Report

November 20, 2020
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released its October 2020 Containerboard Monthly report.
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American Forest & Paper Association Releases October 2020 Boxboard Monthly Report

November 20, 2020
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released its October 2020 Boxboard Monthly report. 
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