International Paper’s closure of its Savannah paper mill will cost 1,100 jobs and likely will have an impact on SC's $23B forestry and timber industry.

"There is no other job in Savannah that gives the opportunities international paper gave to employees…All of that opportunity just went up in flames."

International Paper is closing its Savannah and Riceboro facilities by September. Economic analysts explain the challenges workers face and the broader impact on the region.