The ReMA Future of Fiber Forum

The ReMA Future of Fiber Forum

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Join us for the Future of Fiber Forum, a dynamic half-day virtual event designed to bridge the gap between the paper packaging and fiber recovery industries. Hosted by the Recycled Materials Association (ReMA), this forum brings together recyclers, packagers, brand representatives, consultants, and other key stakeholders for an interactive afternoon of industry insights, collaboration, and future trends discussions.

Through remarks from industry leaders, breakout discussions, and operator-led Q&A sessions, participants will gain a clearer understanding of fiber recovery market trends, changes in sortation technologies, developments in packaging, and the evolving pressures facing stakeholders . Insights from the event will inform future updates of ReMA’s Fiber Recycling Readiness Tool, a resource that assists packaging engineers and designers to understand fiber packaging’s compatibility with the current U.S. residential recycling system.

Tentative Agenda

Welcome & Introduction

Keynote Speaker (TBA)

Panel-What People Want: Consumer Brands & Packaging Engineers
Hear from consumer behavior and packaging experts on what is influencing packaging design trends, trade-offs when designing for recyclability and more.

Breakout Discussions

What Recyclers Need- Part 1: Pressure Points in Fiber Recycling
Fiber packaging recycling experts will talk through the top issues facing the field today, including 3D sortation, small formats, and polycoated paper.

Breakout Discussions

What Recyclers Need: Part 2- Ask an Operator
This session will allow attendees to talk directly with MRF operators about fiber sortation technology, trends, contamination, end markets, and pain points.

Closing Remarks & Feedback

January 27, 2026 at 1:00 – 4:00 PM ET

Applications due November 7, 2025.

Attendance is free, but not without commitment, and space is limited. Apply now to be part of this timely conversation on the current state of and the future of fiber packaging and recycling. ReMA will select applicants based on their role, expertise, and ability to contribute fully to the interactive event, and with an eye toward achieving a balance of industry perspectives among attendees.

Additional Information

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