AboutThe American Forest & Paper Association
Our members create products such as toilet paper, paper towels, boxes and packaging, paper bags, notebook paper and lumber.
They make about 85% of the pulp, paper, paper-based packaging and tissue products made in the U.S.
Our members are small, medium and large companies in rural and urban communities across the country.
The U.S. forest products industry:
- Accounts for approximately 4% of the total U.S. manufacturing GDP
- Produces nearly $300 billion in products a year
- Employs approximately 950,000
- Meets a payroll of approximately $60 billion
- Is among the top 10 manufacturing sector employers in 45 states.
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We represent those who make the essential paper and wood products Americans use every day.
We advocate for a strong and sustainable U.S. paper and wood products industry.
WE ARE AN ESSENTIAL INDUSTRY.
Our members create products such as toilet paper, paper towels, boxes and packaging, paper bags, notebook paper and lumber.
They make about 85% of the pulp, paper, paper-based packaging and tissue products made in the U.S.
Our members are small, medium and large companies in rural and urban communities across the country.
- The U.S. forest products industry:
- Accounts for approximately 4% of the total U.S. manufacturing GDP
- Produces nearly $300 billion in products a year
- Employs approximately 950,000
- Meets a payroll of approximately $60 billion
- Is among the top 10 manufacturing sector employers in 45 states.
WE ARE A SUSTAINABLE INDUSTRY
Safety and sustainability are the foundation of our industry.
Our members are dedicated to responsible manufacturing with renewable and recyclable resources.
Members are committed to sustainable forestry. Sourcing fiber from sustainable forests helps ensure America’s forests are continuously replanted and preserved for future generations.
Further, paper and wood products are sustainable materials made from renewable resources. Renewable bioenergy powers U.S. paper mills. We are committed to ensuring our products continue to be produced in the most sustainable way to meet evolving customer needs.
Additionally, we encourage members to take part in AF&PA’s voluntary program to prevent serious injuries and fatalities.
WE ARE COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
Diversity. Equity. Inclusion. They're more than words to us.
Diverse and inclusive teams have a positive impact on our products and services. We support building a culture that values these differences.
Equity and inclusion foster innovation. We strive to be inclusive across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience.
We are always growing and working to build awareness and be the change we want to see in the world. We are committed to improving tomorrow’s environment today. That starts with our people.
