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AF&PA Disappointed in U.S. Department of the Treasury Final Rules for Technology-Neutral Clean Electricity Credits

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AF&PA Disappointed in U.S. Department of the Treasury Final Rules for Technology-Neutral Clean Electricity Credits

The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s (Treasury) final rule on clean electricity production and investment tax credits fails to recognize the carbon benefits of our industry’s…
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. 
Can I Recycle a Greasy Pizza Box?

Recycling Q&A

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…
How Much Paper Was Recycled in 2023?

Update in Brief

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%.

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AF&PA Urges Swift End to Strike Threatening U.S. Economy and Manufacturing

October 1, 2024
AF&PA urges swift resolution to the ILA strike, warning of severe economic impact and risks to U.S. manufacturing and rural jobs.
Business Impact

Update in Brief

What is Sustainable Forestry?

September 19, 2024
What is Sustainable Forestry?
Registered foresters from across the U.S. explain sustainable forestry and managed forests. 
Marketplace Sustainability
Industry Voices
Sustainable Forestry
Sustainability

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AF&PA Releases August 2024 Packaging Papers Monthly Report

September 18, 2024
Total packaging papers & specialty packaging shipments in August increased 12% compared to August 2023. They were up 12% when compared to the same 8 months of 2023.
Statistics
Paper

Press Release

AF&PA Releases August 2024 Printing-Writing Monthly Report

September 18, 2024
AF&PA released the August 2024 Printing-Writing Monthly report. Total printing-writing paper shipments increased 4% in August compared to August 2023.
Statistics
Paper

Press Release

AF&PA-AWC Statement on DC Circuit Court Boiler MACT Decision

September 3, 2024
AF&PA President and CEO Heidi Brock and AWC President and CEO Jackson Morrill released a statement regarding the DC Circuit Court’s decision on Boiler MACT.
Sustainability

Update in Brief

Understanding Paper Ballots

August 20, 2024
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.
Paper Options
Marketplace Sustainability
Paper

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Paperboard Packaging Alliance Reveals 2024 Student Design Challenge Finalists

August 15, 2024
Students from California State Polytechnic University, Pennsylvania College of Art and Design, and Rochester Institute of Technology named as finalists.
Sustainability
Packaging

Industry Explainer

Are Toilet Paper and Paper Towels Sustainable?

August 9, 2024
Are Toilet Paper and Paper Towels Sustainable?
We answered common questions about toilet paper and paper towels and explained why they are a responsible choice.
Marketplace Sustainability
Sustainable Forestry
Tissue

Update in Brief

What is Paper Pulp?

July 30, 2024
What is Paper Pulp?
Paper pulp is made from either wood from sustainably managed forests or recycled paper. Pulp is the first step in the papermaking process but can also be used in a variety of products.
Pulp

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American Forest & Paper Association President And CEO Heidi Brock Elected ICFPA President

July 26, 2024
Heidi Brock is the new ICFPA President, with José Carlos da Fonseca Junior as VP. They will lead for two years, focusing on global forestry and sustainability. 
Sustainability

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AF&PA Releases Q2 2024 Containerboard Quarterly Report

July 26, 2024
Total Containerboard production in Q2 increased 7% compared to Q2 2023. It was up 7% when compared to the same 6 months of 2023.
Statistics
Packaging

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AF&PA Releases Q2 2024 Boxboard Quarterly Report

July 26, 2024
Total Boxboard production in Q2 decreased 1% compared to Q2 2023. The boxboard operating rate was 88.5%, up 2.5 points from the same quarter last year and up 0.7 points year-to-date.
Statistics
Packaging