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Paper Recycling Resources

Recycling Resources

Did You Know?

Across North America, about 40 mills can recycle paper cups and turn them into new products. The number of cities accepting paper cups is growing too.

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Recycling News

Update in Brief

New York’s EPR Policies Must Consider Cost and Facts

May 14, 2025
The New York State Legislature is considering 2 different bills that introduce an EPR program. The proposed legislation ignores the complexities of the state’s recycling system and the paper industry’s supply chain. 

Update in Brief

Maryland’s EPR Legislation Guided by Missteps

April 3, 2025
Maryland lawmakers are hastily considering SB 901, a misguided bill that introduces an EPR program for packaging and paper products and poses significant risks to the paper industry. Lawmakers didn't consider the data or that paper recycling works. 

Industry Explainer

Why Statewide Needs Assessments Are Needed Before EPR

January 8, 2025
Before an EPR program is considered, states need to do a needs assessment. These studies help states better understand the current state of their waste and recycling system.

Update in Brief

How Much Paper Was Recycled in 2023?

November 14, 2024
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%.