Is all glass recyclable?

Glass bottles and jars are 100% recyclable and can be recycled endlessly without any loss in purity or quality. The container and fiberglass industries collectively purchase 3 million tons of recycled glass annually, which is remelted and repurposed for use in the production of new containers and fiberglass products. read more

All glass is not created equal. When it comes to your bin, it’s all about container glass like bottles and jars. Dear Recyclebank: I was told that only glass that contained food was recyclable. read more

A: Different types of glass have different melting points. Some glass is made to withstand high temperatures, while others are made to hold cold drinks. read more

Recycled glass containers are always needed because glass manufacturers require high-quality recycled container glass to meet market demands for new glass containers. Recycled glass is always part of the recipe for glass, and the more that is used, the greater the decrease in energy used in the furnace. read more