OUR MISSION

The Paper and Packaging Board creates preference for paper and paper-based packaging by reinforcing why paper is an everyday, earth-friendly choice that allows consumers to feel good about their purchase decisions. 

U.S. manufacturers and importers of these products collectively fund the board’s efforts including the goals of the How Life Unfolds® campaign.

 

Our characters bring the campaign to life.

Our brand ambassadors Casey and Page help tell the story of paper and packaging, reinforcing memorable truths about the impact of paper and packaging - on our careers, in our lives and for our planet.

 

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Go Papertarian—Creating a Sustainable Movement

We coined the phrase papertarian lifestyle to describe consumers who make small choices to use paper every day, knowing they have a big impact on the environment. From choosing products made of paper and packaging to practicing proper recycling, there are endless opportunities to be a papertarian. Learn more about making smart choices for the planet.

BOARD & GOVERNANCE

Board Members, Committees and Working Groups

Our board is governed by members appointed by the Secretary of Agriculture. Collaborating across dedicated committees and working groups, they inform the work of the campaign and represent the industry as a whole.

Find out more about our board members.

2025 Board of Director Meetings

Latest Board News

The Paper and Packaging Board Seeks Additional Nominations for 2025 Board
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The Paper and Packaging Board Seeks Nominations for 2025 Board
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CHECKOFF PROGRAM RESEARCH

2015-2018 Econometric Report

Under the most recent enacted Farm Bill, all federally authorized checkoff programs are required to have an independent economic evaluation of their overall effectiveness conducted at least once every five years. With almost $1 billion spent on checkoff programs each year by U.S. farms and firms, the government wants stakeholders to have independent information on the effectiveness of these programs.

The independent evaluation is carried out by Dr. Harry M. Kaiser, the Gellert Family Professor of Applied Economics and Management at Cornell University.

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An Independent Economic Evaluation of the Impacts of the P+PB Advertising by Harry Kaiser

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Executive Summary of Econometric Report by Harry Kaiser

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FAQs: About the Econometric Report

COMPANY INFO

Frequently Asked Questions

Want to learn more about the program? Curious about our marketing efforts? Get answers to the most common questions on a range of important topics.

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Our Staff

Meet the team of people who make the Paper and Packaging Board possible.

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