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AF&PA Responds to Latest EUDR Proposal

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AF&PA Responds to Latest EUDR Proposal

Today’s U-turn announcement from the EU Commission is detrimental to the transatlantic trade of U.S. pulp and paper products. 
How Much Paper Was Recycled in 2024?

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How Much Paper Was Recycled in 2024?

In 2024, around 46 million tons of paper was recycled. The paper recycling rate was 60%-64% and the cardboard recycling rate was 69%-74%.
American Forest & Paper Association Applauds Initial US-EU Trade Deal

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American Forest & Paper Association Applauds Initial US-EU Trade Deal

AF&PA appreciates the U.S. government’s engagement in securing an initial EU trade deal that will advance reciprocal, fair and balanced trade between our two economies. …
What is Paperboard Packaging?

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What is Paperboard Packaging?

Paperboard is a strong, lightweight packaging material made from wood pulp or recycled paper pulp. Paperboard is used to package things like cereal and medicine boxes. 

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AF&PA Releases Q3 2024 Containerboard Quarterly Report

October 25, 2024
According to the report, total Containerboard production in Q3 increased 3% compared to Q3 2023. It was up 6% when compared to the same nine months of 2023.
Statistics
Packaging

Update in Brief

What Are Forest Management Practices?

October 8, 2024
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.
Sustainable Forestry
Marketplace Sustainability
Industry Voices

Press Release

AF&PA Responds to Port Strike Suspension

October 3, 2024
AF&PA Responds to Port Strike Suspension
AF&PA President and CEO Heidi Brock responds to the port strike suspension.
Business Impact

Press Release

AF&PA Addresses Concerns Over Toilet Paper Shortages Amid Port Strike

October 3, 2024
AF&PA Addresses Concerns Over Toilet Paper Shortages Amid Port Strike
AF&PA President and CEO Heidi Brock addresses concerns over toilet paper shortages, emphasizing U.S. supply chain stability amid the ongoing port strike.
Business Impact
Tissue

Press Release

AF&PA Commends EU Decision to Extend Deforestation Regulation Deadline to December 2025

October 2, 2024
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.
Marketplace Sustainability
Sustainable Forestry

Press Release

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

Press Release

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

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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

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