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According to the report, total printing-writing paper shipments increased 3% in December compared to December 2023. U.S. purchases of total printing-writing papers increased 1% in November compared to the same month last year. Total printing-writing paper inventory levels remained essentially flat …

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.

According to the report, total printing-writing paper shipments decreased 6% in November compared to November 2023. U.S. purchases of total printing-writing papers increased 2% in October compared to the same month last year. Total printing-writing paper inventory levels increased 1% when compared…

Total printing-writing paper shipments increased 3% in October compared to October 2023. U.S. purchases of total printing-writing papers increased 11% in September compared to the same month last year. 

Total packaging papers & specialty packaging shipments in October increased 10% compared to October 2023. They were up 11% when compared to the same 10 months of 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%.

AF&PA announced 65-69% of paper available for recovery in the United States was recycled in 2023. The recycling rate for cardboard was 71-76%.

AF&PA celebrates National Forest Products Week by highlighting industry innovations that drive sustainability. Learn how the paper and wood products industry delivers essential, renewable, and recyclable products while investing in a sustainable future. Follow us with #ForestProductsWeek!

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.

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

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.

Total printing-writing paper inventory levels increased 3% when compared to May 2024. U.S. purchases of total printing-writing papers in May increased 9% compared to the same month last year.