International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a global leader in packaging and paper with manufacturing operations in North America, Europe, Latin America, Russia, Asia and North Africa. Its businesses include industrial and consumer packaging and uncoated papers. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., the company employs approximately 65,000 people and is strategically located in more than 24 countries serving customers worldwide. International Paper net sales for 2013 were $29 billion (which included our now divested xpedx business). 

International Paper’s vision is to be one of the best and most respected companies in the world. A company of substance in everything we do, from the products we make, to investing in communities, to protecting our environment, International Paper supports communities where our employees live and work. Through the International Paper Foundation and regional foundations established in Poland and Brazil, International Paper conducts philanthropic activities that provide charitable funds annually around the globe. Through the Foundation, International Paper employees work to give their money and time to make people’s lives and the communities where International Paper operates even better.
 
The strength and ideals of our people also enhance our company’s commitment to stewardship all over the world. International Paper received the prestigious Climate Leadership Award by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Association of Climate Change Officers (ACCO), the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES), and The Climate Registry (TCR). 

International Paper was recognized for aggressively managing and reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. In addition, International Paper supports all credible third-party certification programs including: Forest Stewardship Council (FSC®), Sustainable Forestry Initiative® (SFI®), Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC®).
 
As a global leader in the paper, packaging and distribution industry, we provide sustainable solutions to meet the needs of businesses and customers worldwide. Our success is driven by the integrity of our people and their commitment to doing what’s right.

International Paper is one of North America’s largest recyclers of recovered office paper and corrugated boxes with 20 recycling facilities across North America, 15 containerboard mills and a significant national brokerage system. International Paper collects, consumes, and markets more than 6 million tons (or approximately 10%) of all paper recovered annually in the United States. International Paper collects and processes this recovered paper at our own plants as well as purchase recovered paper from outside sources. The recovered paper is then used by our mills to create new paper products or is sold to other manufacturers across the globe

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Company Overview 

The company produces uncoated papers and industrial and consumer packaging.