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Marketplace Sustainability

How is Paper Made from Wood?

U.S. pulp, paper and packaging manufacturers rely on a complex supply chain to produce the everyday goods Americans rely on. That supply chain begins by sourcing forest materials to make fresh wood pulp.

EUDR Due Diligence Requirements Comparison Chart

This chart compares the due diligence requirements for EUDR based on the level of deforestation risk. It is well established that the U.S. forest product sector does not contribute to global deforestation. 

How Is Paper Made Today?

Paper products are an essential part of daily life. Manufacturers rely on a complex supply chain to produce these goods. 

Handout: How EUDR Threatens the U.S. Forest Products Sector

This 2-page handout highlights our industry's primary concerns with EUDR and the impact the regulation will have on the U.S. forest products sector. 

Paper and Wood Products Industry Value Chain

To manufacture essential products, we rely on complex, cross-border supply chains that have been built around existing mill infrastructure for decades. AF&PA member company contributions to the value chain are reflected in green.

Explainer: How EUDR Threatens the U.S. Forest Products Sector

This explainer covers in-depth: EUDR's impact on the U.S. forest products sector U.S. forestry data and monitoring U.S. responsible fiber sourcing Our industry's recommendations

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. 

What is Biodiversity?

This is part 3 of our forest management series. Registered foresters from across the U.S. explain the importance of biodiversity in managed forests. 

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.

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.

What is Sustainable Forestry?

Registered foresters from across the U.S. explain sustainable forestry and managed forests. 

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.