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Maryland’s EPR Legislation Guided by Missteps

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Maryland’s EPR Legislation Guided by Missteps

Maryland lawmakers are hastily considering SB 901, a misguided bill that introduces an EPR program for packaging and paper products and poses significant risks to the paper…
AF&PA Applauds Overdue EPA Regulatory Reconsiderations

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AF&PA Applauds Overdue EPA Regulatory Reconsiderations

We deeply appreciate the Administration recognizing that the complexity and volume of these regulations failed to balance costs and benefits, disregarded the best available…
AF&PA Responds to 25% Tariffs on Canada and Mexico

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AF&PA Responds to 25% Tariffs on Canada and Mexico

While we recognize the Administration’s goals of securing our borders, AF&PA remains concerned that today’s new North American tariffs have potential to seriously disrupt our…
AF&PA Responds to Section 232 Investigation on Lumber and Timber

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AF&PA Responds to Section 232 Investigation on Lumber and Timber

AF&PA will seek to work with the Administration through the 232 process, especially in regards to the Order’s mention of ‘derivative’ paper products.

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2019 AF&PA Sustainability Award Winners Announced at Annual Meeting

November 12, 2019
Five member companies recognized for outstanding sustainability projects.
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Seaman Paper Company of Massachusetts, Inc. Wins 2019 AF&PA Sustainability Award for Energy Efficiency/Greenhouse Gas Reduction

November 12, 2019
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) recognized Seaman Paper Company of Massachusetts, Inc. with a 2019 AF&PA Leadership in Sustainability Award for Energy Efficiency/Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Reduction for their Let There Be (LED) Light Program. The award was presented at AF&PA’s annual meeting on Friday, Nov. 9 in Bluffton, South Carolina.
Sustainability
Energy

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Resolute Forest Products Wins 2019 AF&PA Sustainability Award for Energy Efficiency/Greenhouse Gas Reduction

November 12, 2019
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) recognized Resolute Forest Products with a 2019 AF&PA Leadership in Sustainability Award for Energy Efficiency/Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Reduction for their Concrete Actions to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions project. This is the third consecutive year AF&PA has honored Resolute for its sustainability advancements. The award was presented at AF&PA’s annual meeting on Friday, November 9, in Bluffton, South Carolina.
Sustainability
Energy

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National Forest Products Week Puts Pulp, Paper, Packaging, Tissue, Wood Products Industry Center Stage October 20 - 26

October 21, 2019
WASHINGTON – American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) President and CEO Heidi Brock issued the following statement regarding President Trump’s official proclamation recognizing the 59th anniversary of National Forest Products Week (Oct. 20 – 26):

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AF&PA Statement on Commerce Department’s Decision to Initiate an Anti-Circumvention Investigation on Imports of Uncoated Free Sheet Paper

October 11, 2019
WASHINGTON – American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) President and CEO Heidi Brock issued the following statement regarding the U.S. Department of Commerce decision to initiate an anti-circumvention investigation regarding uncoated free sheet paper in rolls from Australia, China, Indonesia, and Brazil. Commerce’s initiation clears the way for its formal investigation into the alleged circumvention.
International Trade

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AF&PA Statement on California Recycling Legislation (SB 54 and AB 1080)

September 14, 2019
WASHINGTON – American Forest & Paper Association Executive Director of Packaging Terry Webber issued the following statement regarding California recycling legislation (SB 54 and AB 1080) which failed to advance in the 2019 state legislative session:
Recycling

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American Forest & Paper Association Releases July 2019 Packaging Papers & Specialty Packaging Monthly Report

August 19, 2019
WASHINGTON - The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released its July 2019 Packaging Papers and Specialty Packaging Monthly report on August 16.

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AF&PA Statement on Uncoated Free Sheet Paper Anti-circumvention Petitions

August 12, 2019
WASHINGTON – American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) President and CEO Donna Harman issued the following statement regarding the anti-circumvention petitions filed on August 2 by several U.S. manufacturers and the United Steelworkers with the U.S. Commerce Department and the U.S. International Trade Commission for uncoated freesheet paper in rolls from Australia, China, Indonesia, Brazil and Portugal.
International Trade

Update in Brief

Tissue Products: More Sustainable than You Think

June 27, 2019
Many paper products are such an imbedded part of our lives that we often take them for granted. While paper products are inherently sustainable, the reasons why may not be obvious at first glance.
Sustainability
Tissue

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Why Are Paper Cups a Sustainable Choice?

June 25, 2019
What's obvious is that paper cups are convenient, clean and hygienic. What's less obvious to most of us is that paper cups are made from a renewable resource. 30 paper mills in North America recycle used cups.
Marketplace Sustainability
Recycling

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American Forest & Paper Association Releases May 2019 Containerboard Monthly Report

June 19, 2019
WASHINGTON - The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released the May 2019 Containerboard Monthly report on June 18.

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American Forest & Paper Association Releases May 2019 Containerboard Monthly Report

June 19, 2019
WASHINGTON - The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released the May 2019 Containerboard Monthly report on June 18.