P+PB resources will help you develop paper recycling habits
McLean, VA, March 21, 2024–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Helping consumers become paperarians is the goal of a new checklist developed by the Paper Packaging Board (P+PB). Papertarians are people who choose to use paper products and recycle them to make more use of natural resources because they know that paper products are a smart choice for the environment. In time for Earth Day 2024, the Papertarian Check List aims to help consumers build long-term, eco-friendly habits.
“Earth Day has helped people embrace ideas about how we can and should protect our planet. We know that changes in habits occur over time. That's why I We want to take Earth Day wins to the next level by providing great information and resources about paper. It's made from renewable resources and is recyclable,” said Mary Ann, President of P+PB. Hansan explained. “Anyone can become a thesisist!”
The Papertarian Checklist provides tips on how to use paper in all aspects of your daily life, including shopping, work, living, recycling, and more. There's a printable version online so you can print it out and post it as a quick reminder. Method is as follows.
buy papertarian
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Choose foods and drinks packaged in paper: paper egg cartons, pasta, ice cream, boxed or bagged dry goods, and cartons of beverages.
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Choose personal care products packaged in paper, such as deodorants, cosmetics, first aid supplies, soaps, and detergents.
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Please select paper bag at checkout
Work Papertarian
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Reduce digital fatigue by printing emails and other important documents
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take notes on paper
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Use paper, such as a calendar or to-do list, to help you keep track of your plans.
live papertarian
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When entertaining, provide paper food containers for leftovers
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Buy (or make) paper-based decorations
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Keep paper copies of important documents on file in case of an emergency
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Play paper-based family games
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Choose paper-based gifts
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Send thank you notes and birthday cards
Recycle Papertarian
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Empty and flatten all paper packaging to recycle
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Print your local recycling guidelines and post them near your trash can
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Ask recycling centers to update their guidelines to include pizza boxes.
Currently, almost 68% of recyclable paper materials are recycled. In addition to more jurisdictions and recycling facilities accepting additional types of paper products, recycling is increasingly becoming a part of American life as recycling habits become established. In fact, by 2025, the paper and packaging industry will innovate to do more and do more to help consumers realize that the paper products they buy are part of a circular economy. We have invested nearly $7 billion.
About paper and packaging paperboard
The Paper and Packaging Board promotes the use of paper products and paper-based packaging by highlighting their sustainable nature, industry practices, and how recycling contributes to a healthy planet. Forty-eight U.S. manufacturers and importers are jointly funding a national marketing campaign, www.howlifeunfolds.com.
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