Paper
Paper and paperboard, also known as fiber, are some of the most widely recycled materials in the world. Paper recycling recovers fiber that can be used to manufacture other paper products, producing jobs while protecting the environment.
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Recycled Paper
Recycling paper is essential: it saves natural resources, reduces energy costs, and strengthens the economy.
Paper Facts
- In 2017, the amount of paper recovered for recycling averaged 315 lbs. for each man, woman, and child in the United States.
- The first-ever industry specification for a recyclable commodity was for linen rags, likely used in papermaking.
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The Power of Recycling
Recycled materials are a big part of life. We help make items that you use and depend on every day. From the wiring and plumbing in your home, to the coffee maker that gets your day started. From the roads, bridges, and highways you travel on, to the schools our children learn in – maybe even the laptop or smartphone you’re reading this on. They all likely contain recycled material.
Our Impact
The recycled materials industry provides a renewable, resilient source of raw materials for manufacturing, and we’re constantly growing and evolving to better impact and serve the world around us.
Economic Impact
Recycled materials are resilient, strengthening the economy. Explore the industry’s economic benefits.
Environment & Sustainability
Recycling protects natural resources through sustainable alternatives, creating less dependence on scarce resources.
Advocacy
ReMA’s advocacy efforts highlight the role of recycled materials in our economy, environment, supply chain, and beyond, at all levels of government.
Safety & Compliance
Safety is ReMA’s number one core value. We offer a variety of industry safety services including in-person and virtual options.
