Cutting our paper use is easiest when we learn to think about new ideas in new ways.  Some basic issues include what Paper Use and Paper Efficiency are, and what benefits we get by cutting paper use. 

Some concepts in cutting paper are new to many people such as "Default Duplex" and "Image Combination".  Some old ideas need serious reassessment, such as the Paperless Office

Paper Use is not a unique idea — in most important aspects, Paper Use is like Energy Use.  While the Counting Section goes on to discuss measuring and tracking paper, it is useful to start with some Basic Facts about office paper, with U.S. Paper Use generally, and with International Comparison of paper use. 

Finally, we consider what the Future may hold for office paper.  If you have ideas you think we should add, please send them to us

Not sure where to go?  Start with What is Paper Use and follow the links at the bottom of each page. 

 

 
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