2021 COVID-19 Updates: Fisher Experts Detail Global Impacts of Virus
By: Fisher International
Fisher experts once again offer unique insights into what is happening in various spots around the world as a second wave of lockdowns, new vaccine developments, and shifting political dynamics are making headlines and impacting the lives of billions of people.
Could Wood Pulp Offer a Sustainable Solution for the Garment Industry?
By: Pirita Huotari
Growing sustainability trends and concerns about pollution and climate change are placing more and more pressure on the textile industry. But as new wood-based textile fiber technologies mature, could they offer a viable, ecologically sound option for oil- and cotton-based textile fibers, along with an attractive profit opportunity for the pulp and paper industry?
US and European Anti-Dumping Actions on Thermal Paper
By: Xia Min
The U.S. Department of Commerce will conduct an anti-dumping investigation on thermal paper from Germany, Japan, South Korea and Spain, which occurred from October 1, 2019 to September 20, 2020. Thermal paper manufacturers in the US filed for the investigation in October, claiming that the imported thermal paper was being sold in the US at a price below fair value
Spike in Frozen Food Sales Creates Strong Demand for Paper Products
By: Fisher International
The global COVID-19 pandemic has altered the way we have gone about everyday life over the last 10 months… and counting. However, many of these alterations are also creating a number of opportunities within various industries that the pulp and paper sector serves, including frozen food packagers.
The Forest Industry Should Embrace the Climate Change Conversation
By: Pete Stewart
Does this sea change present challenges for the increasingly connected global forest value chain? Absolutely. But I believe these challenges also present even greater opportunities. Chief among them is the ability to lead and contribute to the important discussions that will inform climate-related policy and solutions moving forward, because the climate conversation is here to stay.
Will a New US Administration Bring New Carbon Costs to Tissue?
By: Fisher International
Tissue Conference 2021was recently held virtually and included a presentation from Fisher’s Matt Elhardt, Vice President, Global Sales. The conference was hosted by Tissue Analyticain collaboration with NC State UniversityandTAPPI. Watch Matt’s presentation below titled “Will a New US Administration Bring New Carbon Costs to Tissue? What Could be the Impacts?”
Pulp & Paper Industry Kicks Off 2021 with Multiple Sustainability Initiatives
By: Fisher International
The push for a more sustainable planet continues to drive innovations in nearly every business sector across the globe, and the forest industry is helping lead the way. We wanted to share a few of the most exciting developments in this monthly roundup of forest industry sustainability projects that are making headlines as we begin a new year.
How Has COVID-19 Impacted Wood Consumption in the PNW?
By: Mike Powell
Strong demand for tissue and towel products early in the COVID-19 pandemic, followed by a remarkable run on lumber, has kept the forest products industry at the forefront of many conversations. However, the run was followed by a relentless fire season that burned vast areas of timberland in the Pacific Northwest (PNW).
Debunking Common Environmental Misconceptions About the Canadian Paper Industry
By: Savannah Franklin
The demand for industries to become more environmentally conscious and place sustainability at the forefront of their missions is more prevalent than ever. However, the rapidly increasing emphasis on sustainability combined with increased interest in consumer education efforts has resulted in some confusion in the marketplace.
