Paper Recycling
Paper recycling is the collection and processing of used paper products to make new paper products and involves a number of steps before it even gets to the paper mill.
Paper Industry
PAMSA supports the South African pulp and paper industry in pre-competitive and common areas of environmental issues, education and training, and research and development.
Paper Explained
Paper has a fascinating history. Developed centuries ago, it has been through the mill – literally and figuratively – in terms of what it’s made from and how it is made.
About PAMSA
The Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa (PAMSA) lives and breathes all things paper. As an industry association, it looks after the pre-competitive legislative, education, environment, research and recycling interests of the pulp, paper, board and tissue sector in South Africa.
Frequently Asked Questions
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NATIONAL RECYCLING DAY – Three things you can do to reduce your waste footprint
In a world that seems to be drowning in waste, one of the best things we can do is instil a culture of separation-at-source and recycling.
Separation-at-source is a simple practice of sorting our waste in our home, schools, or businesses before it gets collected and recycled. Instead of throwing everything into one bin, you should separate items into different categories, such as:
Conserving Medicinal Plants in South Africa
The traditional medicine trade in South Africa is worth a whopping R2.9 billion each year, making up 5.6% of the National Health budget. With 27 million consumers and providing a livelihood for at least 133,000 people—many of whom are rural women—this trade is both vibrant and widespread. However, its sustainability is at risk. The supply of plant material, which includes around 771 species, isn’t sustainable because all the plants are harvested from the wild.
Why Include Paper Books in Your Reading Diet
JOHANNESBURG – SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 – In this digital age, where screens dominate daily life, the idea of reading a physical book, magazine, or newspaper may seem old-fashioned. Ahead of International Day of Literacy on 8 September, the Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa (PAMSA) suggests the reading paper-based material can be compared to maintaining a healthy diet.
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