AF&PA Launches Recycling Awards

by 11/01/07 No Comments

WASHINGTON, DC – Today the American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) announced that entry forms for the 2008 AF&PA Recycling Awards are available at www.paperrecyclingawards.org.

In 2008, AF&PA will again recognize outstanding business, community, school-wide, and university paper recycling efforts. The deadline for submissions is January 31, 2008.

Thanks to the dedication of millions of Americans who recycle on a daily basis, a record 53.4 percent (53.5 million tons) of the paper consumed in the U.S. was recovered for recycling in 2006. While this is a significant achievement, the industry has set a goal to recover 55 percent by 2012. Reaching 55 percent recovery will require the kind of commitment and dedication highlighted in the AF&PA Recycling Award winning programs.

Paper AwardsAF&PA Recycling Award winners will be flown to New York City to receive a monetary prize and a piece of original paper art, during AF&PA’s 131st Annual Paper Week. In addition, winners will be featured in national and local media outlets and on www.paperrecycles.org.

Individuals engaged in successful business, community, school-wide and university paper recycling programs are encouraged to apply for one of the following:

  • AF&PA Business Leadership Recycling Award
  • AF&PA Community Recycling Award
  • AF&PA School-Wide (K-12) Recycling Award
  • AF&PA College & University Recycling Award
Trey Granger

Trey Granger

Trey Granger is a staff member at Earth911.com.


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