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1 AF&PA members work to: Increase paper recovery for recycling; Improve purchased energy efﬁciency; Reduce greenhouse gas emissions; Promote sustainable forestry practices; Improve safety; and Reduce water use. Advancing U.S. Paper and Wood Products Industry Sustainability Performance 216 AF&PA serves to advance a sustainable U.S. pulp, paper, packaging, tissue, and wood products manufacturing industry through fact-based public policy and marketplace advocacy. Our member companies produce essential products that are widely used every day and made from renewable and recyclable resources using sustainable manufacturing processes. AF&PA members represent the spectrum of the paper and wood products manufacturing sector. We work with our members, government agencies, communities and other stakeholders to employ advanced sustainability practices benefitting the economy, environment and society and transparently report on our performance. AF&PA is proud to present our members progress on goals to increase paper recovery for recycling; improve energy efficiency; reduce greenhouse gas emissions; promote sustainable forestry practices; improve safety; and reduce water use. Through the Better Practices, Better Planet 22 initiative, AF&PA members are successfully pursuing one of the most extensive sets of sustainability goals established for a U.S. manufacturing industry. AF&PA Sustainability Leadership Overview Donna Harman AF&PA President & CEO 111 K Street, NW, Suite 7, Washington, D.C. 25

2 AF&PA members work to: Increase paper recovery for recycling; Improve purchased energy efﬁciency; Reduce greenhouse gas emissions; Promote sustainable forestry practices; Improve safety; and Reduce water use. Advancing U.S. Paper and Wood Products Industry Sustainability Performance 216 AF&PA serves to advance a sustainable U.S. pulp, paper, packaging, tissue, and wood products manufacturing industry through fact-based public policy and marketplace advocacy. Our member companies produce essential products that are widely used every day and made from renewable and recyclable resources using sustainable manufacturing processes. AF&PA members represent the spectrum of the paper and wood products manufacturing sector. We work with our members, government agencies, communities and other stakeholders to employ advanced sustainability practices benefitting the economy, environment and society and transparently report on our performance. AF&PA is proud to present our members progress on goals to increase paper recovery for recycling; improve energy efficiency; reduce greenhouse gas emissions; promote sustainable forestry practices; improve safety; and reduce water use. Through the Better Practices, Better Planet 22 initiative, AF&PA members are successfully pursuing one of the most extensive sets of sustainability goals established for a U.S. manufacturing industry. AF&PA Sustainability Leadership Overview Donna Harman AF&PA President & CEO 111 K Street, NW, Suite 7, Washington, D.C. 25

SURPASSED In, member greenhouse gas emissions,

production, were 16 percent lower than in the

Improved energy efﬁciency and the use of less

enabled the industry to signiﬁcantly reduce its

recovery for recycling In 216, the paper recovery

emissions from their facilities even further aiming

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site that, on average, provide about two-thirds of

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The member company recordable case incidence rate was

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achieve our vision of zero workplace injuries.

reused and recycled ten times, on average, WATER USE

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3 SURPASSED In, member greenhouse gas emissions, measured in carbon dioxide equivalents per ton of production, were 16 percent lower than in the baseline year. Improved energy efﬁciency and the use of less carbon-intensive fuels and carbon-neutral biomass enabled the industry to signiﬁcantly reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, reaching this goal ahead of schedule Exceed 7 percent rate of paper recovery for recycling In 216, the paper recovery rate for paper consumed in the U.S. reached a record 67.2 percent. In 217, members committed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from their facilities even further aiming for a 2 percent reduction by Member purchased energy use per ton of production was 8.1 percent lower in compared to the baseline year. Member pulp and paper mills produce carbon-neutral biomass energy on site that, on average, provide about two-thirds of their energy needs WOOD FIBER PROCURED FROM CERTIFIED FIBER SOURCING PROGRAMS 26 The member company recordable case incidence rate was 4.8 percent lower than in 26. Although we have met our goal to reduce reportable incidents, we continue to look for new ways to achieve our vision of zero workplace injuries. Member mills have lowered their water use by 6.5 percent since. AF&PA members have taken important steps to improve and preserve water resources. Ongoing technology and innovation enable water to be reused and recycled ten times, on average, WATER USE throughout the pulp and paper mill process Sustainably-managed forests are essential for abundant wildlife populations, clean water, healthy air, and rich soils. We re proud to partner with AF&PA and its member companies as they continue to improve their stewardship of the natural resources we all depend on A 12 percent reduction in members pulp and paper mills water use AF&PA supports and promotes efforts to reduce illegal logging around the world, and members work diligently to guard against procuring ﬁber from illegallylogged sources In, AF&PA members increased the amount of ﬁber they procure from certiﬁed forestlands to 29 percent, and ﬁber procured through certiﬁed ﬁber sourcing programs to 98 percent. WOOD FIBER PROCURED FROM THIRD PARTY CERTIFIED FORESTLAND A vision for the industry of zero injuries and measuring progress toward that vision by further improving our incidence rate by 25 percent Ethan A. Rogers American Council for an Energy-Efﬁcient Economy (ACEEE) PURCHASED ENERGY Million BTUs per Ton Production AF&PA members commitment to sustainability as demonstrated through their leadership in setting and working toward sustainability goals is commendable. We have found them to be good partners in advancing the use of combined heat & power (CHP) and reducing energy intensity in the industrial sector. 1.5 SURPASSED.75 Increase the amount of fiber procured from certified forestlands or through certified fiber sourcing programs in the U.S. and work to decrease illegal logging At least a 1 percent increase in members purchased energy efficiency 2..8 The U.S. paper recovery rate has doubled since 199 due to voluntary industry efforts and the millions of Americans who recycle every day. GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS 2.5 Collin O Mara The National Wildlife Federation Effluent Flow Gallons per Ton Production Rate of recovery 4 (# of Injuries and Illnesses x 2,) / (Hours Worked by Employees) 5 Tons CO 2 eq per Ton Production 6 At least a 15 percent reduction of members greenhouse gas emissions 7 OSHA Recordable Incidence Rate PAPER RECOVERY WORKER SAFETY

4 SURPASSED In, member greenhouse gas emissions, measured in carbon dioxide equivalents per ton of production, were 16 percent lower than in the baseline year. Improved energy efﬁciency and the use of less carbon-intensive fuels and carbon-neutral biomass enabled the industry to signiﬁcantly reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, reaching this goal ahead of schedule Exceed 7 percent rate of paper recovery for recycling In 216, the paper recovery rate for paper consumed in the U.S. reached a record 67.2 percent. In 217, members committed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from their facilities even further aiming for a 2 percent reduction by Member purchased energy use per ton of production was 8.1 percent lower in compared to the baseline year. Member pulp and paper mills produce carbon-neutral biomass energy on site that, on average, provide about two-thirds of their energy needs WOOD FIBER PROCURED FROM CERTIFIED FIBER SOURCING PROGRAMS 26 The member company recordable case incidence rate was 4.8 percent lower than in 26. Although we have met our goal to reduce reportable incidents, we continue to look for new ways to achieve our vision of zero workplace injuries. Member mills have lowered their water use by 6.5 percent since. AF&PA members have taken important steps to improve and preserve water resources. Ongoing technology and innovation enable water to be reused and recycled ten times, on average, WATER USE throughout the pulp and paper mill process Sustainably-managed forests are essential for abundant wildlife populations, clean water, healthy air, and rich soils. We re proud to partner with AF&PA and its member companies as they continue to improve their stewardship of the natural resources we all depend on A 12 percent reduction in members pulp and paper mills water use AF&PA supports and promotes efforts to reduce illegal logging around the world, and members work diligently to guard against procuring ﬁber from illegallylogged sources In, AF&PA members increased the amount of ﬁber they procure from certiﬁed forestlands to 29 percent, and ﬁber procured through certiﬁed ﬁber sourcing programs to 98 percent. WOOD FIBER PROCURED FROM THIRD PARTY CERTIFIED FORESTLAND A vision for the industry of zero injuries and measuring progress toward that vision by further improving our incidence rate by 25 percent Ethan A. Rogers American Council for an Energy-Efﬁcient Economy (ACEEE) PURCHASED ENERGY Million BTUs per Ton Production AF&PA members commitment to sustainability as demonstrated through their leadership in setting and working toward sustainability goals is commendable. We have found them to be good partners in advancing the use of combined heat & power (CHP) and reducing energy intensity in the industrial sector. 1.5 SURPASSED.75 Increase the amount of fiber procured from certified forestlands or through certified fiber sourcing programs in the U.S. and work to decrease illegal logging At least a 1 percent increase in members purchased energy efficiency 2..8 The U.S. paper recovery rate has doubled since 199 due to voluntary industry efforts and the millions of Americans who recycle every day. GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS 2.5 Collin O Mara The National Wildlife Federation Effluent Flow Gallons per Ton Production Rate of recovery 4 (# of Injuries and Illnesses x 2,) / (Hours Worked by Employees) 5 Tons CO 2 eq per Ton Production 6 At least a 15 percent reduction of members greenhouse gas emissions 7 OSHA Recordable Incidence Rate PAPER RECOVERY WORKER SAFETY

5 SURPASSED In, member greenhouse gas emissions, measured in carbon dioxide equivalents per ton of production, were 16 percent lower than in the baseline year. Improved energy efﬁciency and the use of less carbon-intensive fuels and carbon-neutral biomass enabled the industry to signiﬁcantly reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, reaching this goal ahead of schedule Exceed 7 percent rate of paper recovery for recycling In 216, the paper recovery rate for paper consumed in the U.S. reached a record 67.2 percent. In 217, members committed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from their facilities even further aiming for a 2 percent reduction by Member purchased energy use per ton of production was 8.1 percent lower in compared to the baseline year. Member pulp and paper mills produce carbon-neutral biomass energy on site that, on average, provide about two-thirds of their energy needs WOOD FIBER PROCURED FROM CERTIFIED FIBER SOURCING PROGRAMS 26 The member company recordable case incidence rate was 4.8 percent lower than in 26. Although we have met our goal to reduce reportable incidents, we continue to look for new ways to achieve our vision of zero workplace injuries. Member mills have lowered their water use by 6.5 percent since. AF&PA members have taken important steps to improve and preserve water resources. Ongoing technology and innovation enable water to be reused and recycled ten times, on average, WATER USE throughout the pulp and paper mill process Sustainably-managed forests are essential for abundant wildlife populations, clean water, healthy air, and rich soils. We re proud to partner with AF&PA and its member companies as they continue to improve their stewardship of the natural resources we all depend on A 12 percent reduction in members pulp and paper mills water use AF&PA supports and promotes efforts to reduce illegal logging around the world, and members work diligently to guard against procuring ﬁber from illegallylogged sources In, AF&PA members increased the amount of ﬁber they procure from certiﬁed forestlands to 29 percent, and ﬁber procured through certiﬁed ﬁber sourcing programs to 98 percent. WOOD FIBER PROCURED FROM THIRD PARTY CERTIFIED FORESTLAND A vision for the industry of zero injuries and measuring progress toward that vision by further improving our incidence rate by 25 percent Ethan A. Rogers American Council for an Energy-Efﬁcient Economy (ACEEE) PURCHASED ENERGY Million BTUs per Ton Production AF&PA members commitment to sustainability as demonstrated through their leadership in setting and working toward sustainability goals is commendable. We have found them to be good partners in advancing the use of combined heat & power (CHP) and reducing energy intensity in the industrial sector. 1.5 SURPASSED.75 Increase the amount of fiber procured from certified forestlands or through certified fiber sourcing programs in the U.S. and work to decrease illegal logging At least a 1 percent increase in members purchased energy efficiency 2..8 The U.S. paper recovery rate has doubled since 199 due to voluntary industry efforts and the millions of Americans who recycle every day. GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS 2.5 Collin O Mara The National Wildlife Federation Effluent Flow Gallons per Ton Production Rate of recovery 4 (# of Injuries and Illnesses x 2,) / (Hours Worked by Employees) 5 Tons CO 2 eq per Ton Production 6 At least a 15 percent reduction of members greenhouse gas emissions 7 OSHA Recordable Incidence Rate PAPER RECOVERY WORKER SAFETY

6 AF&PA members work to: Increase paper recovery for recycling; Improve purchased energy efﬁciency; Reduce greenhouse gas emissions; Promote sustainable forestry practices; Improve safety; and Reduce water use. Advancing U.S. Paper and Wood Products Industry Sustainability Performance 216 AF&PA serves to advance a sustainable U.S. pulp, paper, packaging, tissue, and wood products manufacturing industry through fact-based public policy and marketplace advocacy. Our member companies produce essential products that are widely used every day and made from renewable and recyclable resources using sustainable manufacturing processes. AF&PA members represent the spectrum of the paper and wood products manufacturing sector. We work with our members, government agencies, communities and other stakeholders to employ advanced sustainability practices benefitting the economy, environment and society and transparently report on our performance. AF&PA is proud to present our members progress on goals to increase paper recovery for recycling; improve energy efficiency; reduce greenhouse gas emissions; promote sustainable forestry practices; improve safety; and reduce water use. Through the Better Practices, Better Planet 22 initiative, AF&PA members are successfully pursuing one of the most extensive sets of sustainability goals established for a U.S. manufacturing industry. AF&PA Sustainability Leadership Overview Donna Harman AF&PA President & CEO 111 K Street, NW, Suite 7, Washington, D.C. 25

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