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Paper Recycling Resources

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Can Coffee Cups Be Recycled?

Recycling Q&A

Can Coffee Cups Be Recycled?

If you’re wondering if paper coffee cups can be recycled, the answer is yes! Paper mills across North American can recycle them.

Can Paper Cups be Recycled?

Recycling Q&A

Can Paper Cups be Recycled?

Yes, paper cups are recyclable. There are about 40 mills across North America that recycle paper cups. Cities across the U.S. have already added cups to their recycling programs. 

Recycling Q&A

Can I Recycle a Greasy Pizza Box?

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Commitment to Improving Paper Recycling

Paper Recycling Process

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.

Learn About the Paper Cup Alliance

Recycling News

Press Release

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.
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Product Stewardship

Update in Brief

Is the Paper Industry Sustainable? 

April 20, 2023
Is the Paper Industry Sustainable? 
People want to know, is the paper industry really sustainable? The answer is yes! Your essential paper products are sustainable. The paper industry is a leader in sustainability, taking steps to reduce GHG emissions, increase energy efficiency and advance sustainable forest management.   
Recycling
Biomass Energy
Sustainability
Paper

Recycling Q&A

Is Cardboard Recyclable?

April 4, 2023
Is Cardboard Recyclable?
Cardboard is a highly recyclable material that’s widely accepted for recycling in recycling programs across the U.S. 
Recycling
Product Stewardship
Sustainability
Packaging

Recycling Q&A

Are All Boxes Recyclable?

November 9, 2022
Are All Boxes Recyclable?
Most paperboard can be recycled. Yes, that means cereal boxes, bakery boxes, candy boxes, and much more. Keep your paperboard packaging clean and dry and place it in the recycling bin so it can be turned into new paper products. 
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Packaging