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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 Releases January 2024 Printing-Writing Monthly Report

February 16, 2024
January 2024 saw a 9% drop in total printing-writing paper shipments from January 2023. In December 2023, U.S. purchases decreased 19% compared to December 2022. Inventory levels also fell by 1% from December 2023. Shipments in all major P-W categories declined: Uncoated Free Sheet by 3%, Coated Free Sheet by 12%, and Mechanical papers by 35%.
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Paper

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Forest Products Industry Testifies in Support of Legislative Action to Improve Air Quality Standards

February 15, 2024
Forest Products Industry Testifies in Support of Legislative Action to Improve Air Quality Standards
AF&PA and AWC testified today before the House Energy and Commerce Committee urging legislative action to modernize U.S. air quality programs. We stand ready to work with the Administration to strengthen and support sustainable air regulations.
Energy & Environment
Sustainability
Air

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AF&PA and AWC Respond to EPA’s PM NAAQS Rule

February 7, 2024
AF&PA and AWC Respond to EPA’s PM NAAQS Rule
The American Forest & Paper Association and American Wood Council responded to the EPA’s updated National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for particulate matter. This unworkable PM NAAQS rule undermines President Biden's promise to grow and reshore manufacturing jobs.
Air
Energy & Environment
Sustainability

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AF&PA Welcomes Howard Coker as Board Chair

January 29, 2024
AF&PA Welcomes Howard Coker as Board Chair
AF&PA welcomed Sonoco President and CEO Howard Coker as the new Board Chair. He joins top industry leaders who represent a broad spectrum of companies in the paper and wood products manufacturing sector.

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AF&PA Releases December 2023 Printing-Writing Monthly Report

January 18, 2024
Total printing-writing paper shipments decreased 14% in December compared to December 2022. U.S. purchases of total printing-writing papers decreased 25% in November compared to the same month last year. Total printing-writing paper inventory levels increased 3% when compared to November 2023.
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Paper

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AF&PA Releases December 2023 Packaging Papers Monthly Report

January 18, 2024
Total packaging papers & specialty packaging shipments in December remained essentially flat (+0.4%) compared to December 2022.
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AF&PA Applauds New York Governor Hochul for Vetoing Tropical Deforestation-Free Procurement Act

December 23, 2023
AF&PA Applauds New York Governor Hochul for Vetoing Tropical Deforestation-Free Procurement Act
The American Forest & Paper Association applauds Governor Kathy Hochul’s decision to veto New York’s Tropical Deforestation-Free Procurement Act. The proposed legislation brought significant concerns for our industry impacting non-tropical forest products. 
Marketplace Sustainability
Sustainable Forestry

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AF&PA Releases November 2023 Printing-Writing Monthly Report

December 20, 2023
Total printing-writing paper shipments decreased 16% in November compared to November 2022. U.S. purchases of total printing-writing papers decreased 24% in November compared to the same month last year.
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Paper

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AF&PA Releases November 2023 Packaging Papers Monthly Report

December 18, 2023
Total packaging papers & specialty packaging shipments in November increased 1% compared to November 2022. They were down 1% when compared to the same 11 months of 2022.
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Paper

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AF&PA Urges New York Governor Hochul to Veto Tropical Deforestation-Free Procurement Act

December 15, 2023
AF&PA Urges New York Governor Hochul to Veto Tropical Deforestation-Free Procurement Act
New York’s Tropical Deforestation-Free Procurement Act ignores the fact that the U.S. paper and wood products industry champions sustainable forestry. The legislation is unnecessary because tropical deforestation is already banned in New York. AF&PA urges Governor Kathy Hochul to veto this bill.
Sustainable Forestry
Marketplace Sustainability

Recycling Q&A

Can I Recycle Decorative Tissue Paper?

December 14, 2023
Can I Recycle Decorative Tissue Paper?
Decorative tissue paper is recyclable by paper mills. Be sure to check your local guidelines before placing it in your recycling bin.
Recycling
Tissue

Recycling Q&A

Can I Recycle a Greasy Pizza Box?

December 4, 2023
Can I Recycle a Greasy Pizza Box?
Grease and cheese in an amount typically found on pizza boxes are not an issue for the recycling process. 82% of Americans have access to a community recycling program that accepts pizza boxes.
Recycling
Packaging