Paper Information and Resources

California is faced with the challenge of managing nearly 14 million tons of postconsumer paper generated annually in the state. In 1997, only 31 percent of that paper was recovered for recycling, with the remainder (approximately 9.5 million tons) disposed—primarily in landfills.

Because California's generation of paper continues to increase, recycling alone will not necessarily reduce the amount of paper sent to landfills. All sectors of society—manufacturers, businesses, government organizations, and private residents—must also reduce the amounts of paper we use. Reducing our consumption of paper not only benefits the environment, but often improves a business' bottom line and operating efficiency. Private residents, too, can benefit economically by reducing paper use. 

This Web site provides information about the paper-related topics at left, and also provides links to other Web sites addressing the same topics. Each page is organized under the following headings: Board Web Sites, Other Web Sites, Board Publications, Other Publications, and Other Resources (such as list servs).  For information about office paper waste prevention, see the Office Paper Reduction section of the Business Waste Reduction Web site.