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Sustainability

The Differences Between Recyclable, Compostable, and Biodegradable Packaging.

From nutrition facts to washing instructions, packaging can teach you a lot about a product – including information about its disposal. Properly discarding an item and its packaging is a crucial step in the life cycle of a purchase. Whether something is recyclable, compostable, or biodegradable, buyers and brands must be aware of these commonly used terms.

November 17, 2022
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Sustainability

Seaman Paper partners with NGO Canopy to protect and conserve forests.

As more and more companies begin their transition from plastic packaging to fiber-based or paper packaging, we recognize the importance of sourcing these fibers as responsibly as possible to protect and conserve Ancient and Endangered Forests. At Seaman Paper, we believe that sustainable business leadership is a fundamental component of long-term transformation, which is why we are excited to officially be a Canopy Pack4Good partner.

November 10, 2022
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Sustainability

Seaman Paper receives EcoVadis Silver rating in recognition for sustainability performance.

At Seaman Paper, we are constantly striving to improve how we work, the products we create, and the impact we leave on our planet and local communities. Our motto – People, paper, packaging, for a sustainable world

January 27, 2022
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Sustainability

Save the turtles by avoiding single-use plastics.

Earth Day serves as an important annual reminder of our society’s impact on the planet and what we can do to fix it. From the garbage cans overflowing and spilling into the streets to the plastic bags

April 20, 2021
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Sustainability

Seaman Paper teams up with Plastic Pollution Coalition to reduce worldwide single-use plastic packaging waste

The damage that single-use plastics cause to the planet has grown exponentially as a result of widespread use in eCommerce, retail, and other industries. In fact, half of the plastic

September 3, 2020
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Sustainability

Seaman Paper’s “Let There Be (LED) Light” Program Earns AF&PA Sustainability Award

Sustainability is one of Seaman Paper’s core values. As an industry leader, we strive to make progress toward a cleaner planet via initiatives that significantly minimize the impact we have on the environment

December 1, 2019
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Sustainability

SPC Conference Highlights Seaman Paper Sustainability Efforts

Sustainability takes on many forms for it to benefit the environment, communities, and corporations. From an environmental and community perspective, it means

November 23, 2019
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Seaman Paper employees on Earth Day
Sustainability

Seaman Paper Celebrates Earth Day at Allendale Woods

One of the most impactful holidays observed in the United States and around the world, Earth Day first took place on April 22, 1970. During the 1960s, events such as

November 23, 2019
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