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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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Increasing Cardboard Box Recycling at Home

November 29, 2018
Cardboard boxes — corrugated packaging, in industry speak — are the most widely-recycled packaging material in the nation. In 2017, nearly 90 percent of cardboard boxes used in the U.S. were recovered for recycling.
Recycling

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American Forest & Paper Association Releases October 2018 Boxboard Report

November 19, 2018
WASHINGTON - The American Forest & Paper Association released its October 2018 U.S. Boxboard Report on November 16, 2018.

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American Forest & Paper Association Releases October 2018 Containerboard Report

November 16, 2018
WASHINGTON - The American Forest & Paper Association released its October 2018 Containerboard Monthly report on November 15.

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WestRock Wins Two 2018 AF&PA Sustainability Awards

November 15, 2018
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) recognized WestRock with two 2018 AF&PA Sustainability Awards. This is the fourth consecutive year AF&PA has honored WestRock for its sustainability advancements. The award was presented at AF&PA’s annual meeting on Friday, Nov. 9, in Dallas, Texas.
Sustainability
Recycling

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2018 AF&PA Sustainability Award Winners Announced at Annual Meeting

November 12, 2018
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) presented its 2018 Better Practices, Better Planet 2020 Sustainability Awards at AF&PA’s annual meeting on Friday, Nov. 9 in Dallas, Texas.
Sustainability

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A Proactive Approach to Workplace Safety

November 12, 2018
At Resolute Forest Products, we have a long-term goal of zero incidents and zero injuries across our operations. To help achieve this goal, every employee—from the mill worker to the president and chief executive officer—is responsible for identifying potential safety hazards and helping create an injury-free workplace.
Safety

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Clearwater Paper Wins 2018 AF&PA Sustainability Award for Energy Efficiency/Greenhouse Gas Reduction

November 12, 2018
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Sustainability

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American Forest & Paper Association “Encouraged” by EPA, DOE and USDA Letter to Congress on Biomass Carbon Neutrality

November 1, 2018
WASHINGTON – American Forest & Paper Association President and CEO Donna Harman issued the following statement regarding the joint Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Department of Agriculture and Department of Energy letter to Congress on biomass carbon neutrality.
Biomass Energy

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National Forest Products Week Shines Spotlight on Pulp, Paper, Packaging, Tissue, Wood Products Industry October 21 - 27

October 22, 2018
WASHINGTON – American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) President & CEO Donna Harman today issued the following statement regarding President Trump’s official proclamation recognizing the 58th anniversary of National Forest Products Week (Oct. 21 – 27):

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AF&PA Congratulates WestRock CEO Steve Voorhees on Being Named RISI 2018 North American CEO of the Year

October 11, 2018
WASHINGTON - American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) President & Chief Executive Officer Donna Harman congratulated WestRock Chief Executive Officer Steve Voorhees on being named RISI 2018 North American CEO of the Year. Voorhees, an AF&PA board member since 2013, formally received the honor at RISI’s North American Conference in San Francisco today (10/11).

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AF&PA Statement on Trilateral Trade Agreement Between the United States, Mexico and Canada

October 11, 2018
WASHINGTON – American Forest & Paper Association President and CEO Donna Harman issued the following statement regarding a trilateral trade agreement between the United States, Mexico and Canada:
International Trade

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American Forest & Paper Association Releases August 2018 Containerboard Report

September 19, 2018
WASHINGTON - The American Forest & Paper Association released its August 2018 Containerboard Monthly report on September 17.