Even though offices have moved into the electronic age, the use of paper is not slowing. That’s why it’s more important than ever to help the environment by recycling and buying products made with recycled materials.

It is a common myth that recycling is critical because it saves trees. Because of tree farming and forest management, there are more trees now than 70 years ago. The real problem is the country’s landfills, which are nearing capacity at an alarming rate. That is why Smead is taking an active role to help reduce landfill waste.

Fifty years ago, Smead led the way as one of the industry pioneers by introducing post consumer material into all their paper products. Today, all Smead products contain at least 10% post consumer material and over 20 products are made from 100% recycled content. By using post consumer waste, it prevents wastepaper from arriving in landfills. Wastepaper accounts for 85% of all recycled materials.

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