# US recycled 45 million tons of paper in 2025, with recycling rates up to 75% for cardboard

The United States recycled 45 million tons of paper in 2025, achieving paper and cardboard recycling rates of 61-65% and 70-75% respectively.

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In 2025, the United States recycled approximately 45 million tons of paper. [^1]

Chili cook-offs are already taking place across the United States in September, occurring before the traditional fall season begins. [^2]

As of 2025, the industry recycles nearly 60% more paper than it did in 1990. [^3]

In 2025, the U.S. paper recycling rate was between 61% and 65%, and the cardboard recycling rate was between 70% and 75%. [^4]

The United States recycles about 123,000 tons of paper per day, which is used to make essential products for American families and businesses. [^5]

According to WiseGuy Reports, the outdoor event equipment rental market is projected to grow from USD 6.47 billion in 2025 to USD 10 billion by 2035. [^6]

Brandon Gaille's research states that 80% of catering businesses concentrate on off-site events. [^7]

Effective budgeting for off-site events requires detailed understanding of facets like rental equipment and catering to ensure financial sustainability. [^8]

Industry research indicates that over 71% of professionally organized events in the United States rely on rental equipment rather than ownership. [^9]

Participants in these cook-offs are hauling propane burners and cast-iron pots into parks to prepare the dishes. [^10]

The article states that chili season does not wait for the first cold front to arrive. [^11]

## What this stands on

1. In 2025, the United States recycled approximately 45 million tons of paper. (Waste Advantage Magazine, News)
2. Chili cook-offs are already taking place across the United States in September, occurring before the traditional fall season begins. (keysnews.com, News)
3. As of 2025, the industry recycles nearly 60% more paper than it did in 1990. (Waste Advantage Magazine, News)
4. In 2025, the U.S. paper recycling rate was between 61% and 65%, and the cardboard recycling rate was between 70% and 75%. (Waste Advantage Magazine, News)
5. The United States recycles about 123,000 tons of paper per day, which is used to make essential products for American families and businesses. (Waste Advantage Magazine, News)
6. According to WiseGuy Reports, the outdoor event equipment rental market is projected to grow from USD 6.47 billion in 2025 to USD 10 billion by 2035. (The Startup Magazine, News)
7. Brandon Gaille's research states that 80% of catering businesses concentrate on off-site events. (The Startup Magazine, News)
8. Effective budgeting for off-site events requires detailed understanding of facets like rental equipment and catering to ensure financial sustainability. (The Startup Magazine, News)
9. Industry research indicates that over 71% of professionally organized events in the United States rely on rental equipment rather than ownership. (The Startup Magazine, News)
10. Participants in these cook-offs are hauling propane burners and cast-iron pots into parks to prepare the dishes. (keysnews.com, News)
11. The article states that chili season does not wait for the first cold front to arrive. (keysnews.com, News)

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