Beyond the Bottle

In "Beyond the Bottle: Exploring Other End Markets for Recycled Glass," our very own Sara Nichols discusses the expanding opportunities for recycled glass, known as cullet, beyond its traditional use in manufacturing new glass containers. The article explores how industries like fiberglass, ground glass pozzolan, and even creative upcycling ventures are driving demand for cullet, offering sustainable solutions that reduce reliance on virgin materials. With the glass recycling rate in the U.S. at only 31%, the piece underscores the untapped potential to recover millions of tons of glass for these growing markets.

"The demand for recycled glass in markets beyond container glass has always been strong.”

Written by:

Sara Nichols, RRS Consultant