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AF&PA Urges New York Governor Hochul to Veto TREES Act

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AF&PA Urges New York Governor Hochul to Veto TREES Act

New York’s TREES Act continues to ignore the fact that the U.S. paper and wood products industry champions sustainable forestry and does not contribute to deforestation. 
How Much Paper Was Recycled in 2023?

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How Much Paper Was Recycled in 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%.
Paper Industry Announces 2023 U.S. Paper Recycling Rates Using Updated Methodology

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Paper Industry Announces 2023 U.S. Paper Recycling Rates Using Updated Methodology

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 Announces 2024 Award-Winning Sustainability Projects

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AF&PA Announces 2024 Award-Winning Sustainability Projects

6 Member Companies Honored for Leading Initiatives in Sustainability, Innovation and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. 

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AF&PA Statement on EPA’s Finalization of WOTUS Rule

January 23, 2020
WASHINGTON – American Forest & Paper Association President and CEO Heidi Brock issued the following statement regarding the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) announcement of its final Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule: 
Water

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American Forest & Paper Association Releases December 2019 Boxboard Monthly Report

January 17, 2020
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) today released its December 2019 Boxboard Monthly Report. 
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American Forest & Paper Association Releases December 2019 Boxboard Monthly Report

January 17, 2020
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) today released its December 2019 Boxboard Monthly Report. 

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American Forest & Paper Association Releases December 2019 Printing-Writing Monthly Report

January 17, 2020
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) today released its December 2019 Printing-Writing Monthly report. 

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American Forest & Paper Association Releases December 2019 Packaging Papers Monthly Report

January 17, 2020
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) today released its December 2019 Packaging Papers & Specialty Packaging Monthly Report. 

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American Forest & Paper Association Releases December 2019 Printing-Writing Monthly Report

January 17, 2020
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) today released its December 2019 Printing-Writing Monthly report. 

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American Forest & Paper Association Releases December 2019 Containerboard Monthly Report

January 17, 2020
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) today released its December 2019 Containerboard Monthly Report. 

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American Forest & Paper Association Releases December 2019 Packaging Papers Monthly Report

January 17, 2020
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) today released its December 2019 Packaging Papers & Specialty Packaging Monthly Report. 

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American Forest & Paper Association Releases December 2019 Containerboard Monthly Report

January 17, 2020
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) today released its December 2019 Containerboard Monthly Report. 

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AF&PA Applauds U.S. Senate for Ratifying USMCA Trade Agreement

January 16, 2020
WASHINGTON – American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) President and CEO Heidi Brock praised the Senate for ratifying the U.S. – Mexico – Canada (USMCA) trade agreement and issued the following statement: 
International Trade

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AF&PA Applauds Congressional Action for Continued Recognition of Biomass Carbon Neutrality

December 19, 2019
WASHINGTON – American Forest & Paper Association President (AF&PA) and CEO Heidi Brock issued the following statement regarding Congressional passage of domestic spending legislation. Passed by the House and Senate, the bill includes language clearly stating Congress’ intent for long-term federal regulatory policy reflecting the carbon neutrality of forest-based biomass.  
Biomass Energy

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American Forest & Paper Association Releases November 2019 Containerboard Monthly Report

December 17, 2019
WASHINGTON – The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released the November 2019 Containerboard Monthly report on December 17.