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 THE EUROPEAN CONVERTED PAPER ASSOCIATION

 

AN INTEREST GROUP REPRESENTING PAPER INDUSTRY

 Advocate for a resilient and responsible paper industry, supporting economic growth, environmental stewardship and consumer rights across the European Union 

 
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Paper, please!

Why Ask for Paper Receipts?

Price verification
Paper receipts help consumers track their spending, verify prices, and ensure discounts are correctly applied—essential in times of inflation. Recent restrictions, like in France, have raised concerns among consumer associations
Privacy & Data Protection
Paper receipts do not require sharing personal data, unlike digital receipts that may involve email sign-ups, loyalty programs, or data tracking for targeted ads.
Proof of Purchase
A tangible receipt remains the most reliable proof for returns, refunds, warranties, and tax purposes. Surveys show that 59% of consumers find paper receipts more practical for these needs.
Accessibility & Inclusion
Not all consumers have smartphones or internet access. A "digital-only" approach risks excluding older generations, low-income individuals, and those in rural areas with poor connectivity.
Fraud Prevention & Transparency
Germany mandated paper receipts to combat tax fraud, estimating €10 billion in annual losses from manipulated checkouts. Digital-only policies could reduce transaction transparency.
Sustainability of Paper Receipts
The European paper industry prioritizes responsible forestry, with FSC and PEFC certifications, and invests in eco-friendly innovations to reduce carbon footprints.
Digital Alternatives
Digital receipts require energy-intensive data centers, e-waste-producing devices, and resource-heavy production, often resulting in a higher CO2 footprint than paper

WHAT WE DO

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ADVOCACY AND INSTITUTIONAL DIALOGUE

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FAQs

Find answers to common questions about paper receipts and clear up any misconceptions.

While the documents don’t mention cost comparisons, digital receipts typically require less material but may incur technology and data management expenses.

The documents don’t mention specific initiatives, but it’s reasonable to assume that ECPA supports innovation, particularly in developing eco-friendlier receipt papers and improving production processes.

While not detailed in the documents, ECPA likely addresses these concerns by investing in technologies to reduce emissions and by promoting sustainable forestry, which helps offset carbon footprints.

While the documents don’t specify, typically, organizations like ECPA would ensure sustainability through certifications like FSC or PECF, which require adherence to environmental and social standards in forestry.

The documents don’t mention specific collaborations, but it’s plausible that ECPA works with retailers to encourage the use of paper receipts, considering their advocacy role.

The documents don’t provide specific figures, but recycling rates can be significant, given Europe’s advanced waste management systems and the recyclability of paper products.

The documents don’t detail this, but ECPA likely engages in advocacy or dialogue with policymakers to influence legislation related to paper receipt usage.

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