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In the spirit of looking ahead to 2019, we’ve identified three important societal trends for 2019, relating to sustainability in business.

Two types of recycled fiber – composed of either post-consumer reclaimed material or pre-consumer reclaimed material – can be used to make recycled paper. The two are fundamentally different, as specified in these definitions from the FSC®

Most consumers are unaware of the steps and parties involved in the process of transforming paper recovered from recycling bins into final products.

Sustainable Brands brings together the world’s leading sustainability experts, and there’s no shortage of thought-provoking conversations, compelling breakout sessions, new ideas and inspiration. 

Now more than ever, the general and informed public of this world are looking to CEOs and business leaders to take the lead on important issues over governments.

Among marketing and communications professionals, the longstanding consensus is that paper and digital communications are complementary, with distinct strengths. And the strong point of sustainably-manufactured paper is its low environmental impact, which may be a surprise to some in this digital era.

One-third of the Earth’s land mass is covered by forests – beautiful, useful, and the essence of sustainability.

The Rolland mill manufactures premium post-consumer recycled papers while recirculating each drop of water 30 times.

With more than 80 per cent of North Americans now living in urban areas, the actions of city governments, residents and businesses are critical to making inroads in sustainability. We’ve found four examples of inspirational initiatives which are changing cities for the better that mirror the values that drive our sustainable manufacturing practices.

The three-day conference in late May provided exposure to eye-opening research, useful tools, and great presentations – all centered on sustainability. Here are five takeaways among many, all with links to follow-up information or tools.