This lesson provides a comprehensive look at the economics, infrastructure, and material science behind paper recycling and recovered fiber. Learners will explore how fiber is generated, collected, sorted, and valued within the recycling market, as well as how packaging design and global trends influence recyclability and supply. The lesson also examines the challenges of single-stream systems, the differences between paper and plastic recycling, and the key factors that determine the quality, usability, and market price of recovered fiber.

Quinn Garber

VP Sales, South Region

Integrity Fiber

Vice President of Sales for Integrity Fiber. Former Disc jockey turned waste paper manager/consultant with 17 years of waste paper experience. Quinn enjoys spending time with his family and working hard to keep up with a Crossfit wife.

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3.1 Recovered Fiber for Folding Cartons - Learning Objectives
In this lesson, students will gain a deeper understanding of recovered fiber, how it is generated, and how its value is assessed in the recycling market. The session covers key grades of paperboard, collection methods, and the factors that influence fiber recoverability and resale value.
3.1 Recovered Fiber for Folding Cartons - Video Lesson
Open to view video.  |  10 minutes
Open to view video.  |  10 minutes
3.1 Recovered Fiber for Folding Cartons - Assessment
5 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  8/10 points to pass
5 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  8/10 points to pass
3.2 Supply, Demand, and Recovery Rates - Learning Objectives
This lesson explores the economics and infrastructure behind paper recycling, including how supply, demand, and single-stream systems affect fiber recovery and market value. Students will also examine the role of packaging design in improving recyclability.
3.2 Supply, Demand, and Recovery Rates - Video Lesson
Open to view video.  |  10 minutes
Open to view video.  |  10 minutes
3.2 Supply, Demand, and Recovery Rates - Assessment
5 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  8/10 points to pass
5 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  8/10 points to pass