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Are Paper Cups Sustainable?

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Are Paper Cups Sustainable?

Paper cups are a sustainable choice and an important part of advancing sustainability goals. Paper cups are made from renewable resources and can be recycled at paper mills.
Embracing Sustainable Tissue Production

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Embracing Sustainable Tissue Production

We dove into how the industry is embracing sustainable tissue production to make toilet paper and paper towels. We got an insight into how one company, Procter & Gamble,…
Solutions to Minnesota's Packaging Waste and Cost Reduction Act

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Solutions to Minnesota's Packaging Waste and Cost Reduction Act

Minnesota lawmakers are rushing to implement the Packaging Waste and Cost Reduction Act. We support and encourage Minnesota lawmakers to complete a needs assessment before…
AF&PA Supports Congressional Engagement on European Union Deforestation Regulation

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AF&PA Supports Congressional Engagement on European Union Deforestation Regulation

We commend U.S. Senators Marsha Blackburn (TN) and Angus King (ME) for leading this bipartisan effort with 24 other Senators to address the challenges of EUDR.

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Why You Shouldn't Go Completely Paperless

July 24, 2023
Why You Shouldn't Go Completely Paperless
There are benefits to taking a balanced approach between digital and paper-based options. Going completely paperless may not always be the best solution. Let's explore why.
Paper Options
Paper

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Devoted to Paper Industry Advocacy and Legacy

July 20, 2023
Devoted to Paper Industry Advocacy and Legacy
Experience the inspiring journey of David Wise, Vibration Analyst at WestRock. He champions sustainability in the paper industry as Chairman of the Pulp and Paper Workers Resource Council, advocating for growth and jobs. Witness his dedication on Capitol Hill and the legacy he passes on.
Industry Voices

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AF&PA Releases June 2023 Printing-Writing Monthly Report

July 18, 2023
U.S. purchases of total printing-writing papers decreased 29% in June compared to the same month last year. Total printing-writing paper inventory levels decreased 4% when compared to May 2023.
Statistics
Paper

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AF&PA Releases June 2023 Packaging Papers Monthly Report

July 17, 2023
AF&PA's June 2023 report: Total packaging papers & specialty packaging shipments decreased by 1% compared to June 2022 and 4% for the first half of 2023. 
Statistics
Paper

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AF&PA Releases May 2023 Printing-Writing Monthly Report

June 16, 2023
According to the report, total printing-writing paper shipments decreased 22% in May compared to May 2022.
Statistics
Paper

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AF&PA Releases May 2023 Packaging Papers Monthly Report

June 16, 2023
Total packaging papers & specialty packaging shipments in May decreased 5% compared to May 2022. They were down 4% when compared to the same 5 months of 2022.
Statistics
Paper

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AF&PA Details U.S. Paper Production and Capacity Trends

June 16, 2023
AF&PA released the 63rd Paper Industry Capacity and Fiber Consumption Survey. Overall, U.S. paper and paperboard capacity declined slightly by 0.4% in 2022.
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Paper
Packaging

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AF&PA Opposes Current Massachusetts Recycling Proposals

June 15, 2023
AF&PA Opposes Current Massachusetts Recycling Proposals
AF&PA opposes one-size-fits-all policies to address recycling in Massachusetts. Current proposals do not reflect the complexities of the state’s recycling system. We encourage Massachusetts lawmakers to take a more solution-oriented approach and avoid measures that penalize the forest products industry for engaging in the state economy.
Recycling
Product Stewardship

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AF&PA Opposes New York State’s Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act

June 5, 2023
AF&PA Opposes New York State’s Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act
The American Forest & Paper Association is encouraged to see policymakers focus on improving recycling infrastructure. However, we are opposed to rushed, one-size-fits-all policies like S4246A / A5322A that do not reflect the complexities of the state’s recycling system and could impact the long-term success of highly recycled materials, like paper. 
Product Stewardship

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Talking Sustainability with Young Innovators

May 26, 2023
Talking Sustainability with Young Innovators
We took a moment to the 2022-2023 U.S. Blue Sky Young Researchers Innovation Award winners about what sustainability means to them, why STEM careers are important and what forest product industry innovations they’re excited about. 
Sustainability
Industry Voices

Press Release

AF&PA Appoints Julie Landry as Vice President of Government Affairs

May 23, 2023
AF&PA Appoints Julie Landry as Vice President of Government Affairs
The American Forest & Paper Association announced Julie Landry as Vice President of Government Affairs. Landry assumes the role effective immediately.
Advocacy

Press Release

AF&PA Releases April 2023 Printing-Writing Monthly Report

May 17, 2023
Total printing-writing paper shipments decreased 25% in April compared to April 2022. U.S. purchases of total printing-writing papers decreased 21% in April compared to the same month last year. Total printing-writing paper inventory levels decreased 1% when compared to March 2023.
Statistics
Paper
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