Georgia-Pacific, a leader in sustainable paper manufacturing, is advancing initiatives such as using biomass energy, expanding recyclable packaging options, and ensuring every tree harvested is regrown. These innovations are driving the shift toward eco-friendly paper products-and how you can make informed choices for a more sustainable home and planet.
Paper Consumption Trends – Despite high per capita use, total U.S. paper and paperboard consumption has declined by about 38% since 2000, reflecting digitalization and increased recycling. – Office environments remain heavy users, with the average worker using 10,000 sheets of copy paper annually.
Forestry and Resource Management – The U.S. uses an estimated 68–70 million trees annually for paper production. – Sustainable forestry practices have improved, with more wood grown than harvested in many regions, though exact ratios fluctuate based on market and environmental factors.