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Wisconsin Forest Products Cluster

Build Back Better Regional Challenge Badge Finalist

Coalition Lead Applicant: Wisconsin Paper Council

Region (applicant-defined): 35 counties in Northern Wisconsin

Cluster Sector(s): Natural Resources; Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics

Coalition Overarching Narrative (applicant submitted) (PDF)

Project Description:
The coalition, led by the Wisconsin Paper Council, aims to support Northern Wisconsin's forest products cluster. If provided an implementation grant, the coalition proposes to address the reinvestment of a forest economy. The proposed projects include building an R&D forest-fiber-paper-packing facility; generating recycling renovation; creating new markets for maple wood; and developing related training.

Finalist Showcase Presentation