📈 New data on container glass collection for recycling in Europe is now available! The EU’s glass value chain sustains a steady 80.2% glass packaging collection rate with record volume of collected glass 💪 💬 “More glass packaging was collected in 2022 than ever before, reaching a record level of 12.4 million tonnes, representing an increase of about 542 000 tonnes over the previous year. The increase in volumes of collected glass demonstrates the resilience and commitment of the glass packaging value chain to increase the availability of post-consumer glass for the manufacturing of new glass bottles and jars," says Adeline Farrelly, Secretary General of FEVE – the European Container Glass Federation on behalf of Close the Glass Loop partners. 🔗 To access the complete press release and detailed figures, please visit our website at: https://lnkd.in/gmzy7HAZ #ClosetheGlassLoop #CircularEconomy #GlassPackaging #GlassRecycling #PavingTheWayTo90
Close The Glass Loop
Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
The recycling action platform bringing together the entire glass packaging ecosystem.
About us
Close The Glass Loop is the European platform for the glass packaging collection & recycling value chain. Our vision is to achieve full actual recycling of collected glass packaging, by working in partnership with the whole value chain to make sure our Circular Economy works better. We want to achieve 90% average EU collection rate of used glass packaging by 2030 and better quality of recycled glass, so more recycled content can be used in a new production loop. The platform was founded in June 2020 and brings together 14 European associations: ACR , AIJN, CEEV, EFBW, Eurocities, EXPRA, FERVER, FEVE, HOTREC, Municipal Waste Europe, PROFEL, PROSPA (represented by CITEO), Soft Drinks Europe & spiritsEUROPE. It is currently active in 11 countries: Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, UK.
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http://www.closetheglassloop.eu
External link for Close The Glass Loop
- Industry
- Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
- Company size
- 1 employee
- Headquarters
- Brussels
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2020
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Brussels, BE
Updates
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In the latest episode of #90MinutesCGL, we were joined by Simone Tiozzo, the Head of the R&D Department at Stazione Sperimentale del Vetro scpa. Simone provided an in-depth overview of the technological advancements and processes involved in using glass sand as an additional means to increase the uptake of secondary raw materials in glass furnaces. ♻ 🎥 Watch the full episode, featuring numerous other case studies, here: 👉 https://lnkd.in/enCcVFQs #ClosetheGlassLoop #CircularEconomy #GlassPackaging #GlassRecycling #WasteManagement #Decarbonisation
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What functionalities are making glass packaging attractive to the soft drinks sector? 🤔 The answer to that question was shared in the "Soft Drinks Closing the Glass Loop" episode by Alexandre Mariat from GEYER, Beatriz Blasco Marzal from Asociación de Bebidas Refrescantes, and Dries Van Aerde from Coca-Cola Europacific Partners, who highlighted the positive aspects of glass packaging for soft drinks industry. ♻ To learn more about soft drinks, find the full video on our YouTube channel 🎬 https://lnkd.in/ecreZwBu #ClosetheGlassLoop #CircularEconomy️ #GlassPackaging #GlassRecycling #SoftDrinks
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Did you know? 🤔 | #ClosetheGlassLoop ♻️ Closed-loop glass recycling significantly reduces energy consumption in the production and lifecycle of glass products. This process involves using recycled glass (cullet) to manufacture new glass, which melts at lower temperatures than raw materials like sand, soda ash, and limestone. As a result, the energy required to heat furnaces is substantially decreased. 🔥 By integrating recycled glass into production, glass manufacturers achieve greater energy efficiency, lower carbon emissions, and contribute to a more sustainable product value chain. 🌿 To learn more about the benefits of closed loop glass recycling, check out our Roadmap to Optimise Closed Loop Recycling of Glass Packaging 👉 https://lnkd.in/g2n37s5f #ClosetheGlassLoop #CircularEconomy #GlassPackaging #GlassRecycling ♻️
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Did you know that the cosmetics sector places 16,000 tonnes of glass packaging on the market each year? 🤔 In the previous episode of #90MinutesCGL, LUMBERS Stéphanie, Director of Sustainable Development at FEBEA (Federation of Beauty Companies), showcased a case study on boosting the use of recycled glass in premium and extra-clear products, typical in beauty product packaging. 🎥 Watch the full episode with many more case studies here: 👉 https://lnkd.in/enCcVFQs #ClosetheGlassLoop #CircularEconomy #GlassPackaging #GlassRecycling #WasteManagement #Decarbonisation
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Sustainable glass packaging plays a crucial role in minimizing environmental impact through its use of recycled content, thoughtful design, and responsible manufacturing practices. It aims to reduce waste, conserve resources, and lower carbon footprints throughout its lifecycle. 🌍 In the “Soft Drinks Closing the Glass Loop” video, our speakers highlight these efforts and share their vision for sustainable packaging. Nicholas Hodac listed four key factors that make packaging sustainable, while Dries Van Aerde from Coca-Cola Europacific Partners discussed the company's ambitions and actions toward meeting environmental standards. 🔍 Want to learn more about their visions? Check the video below and find the full video on our YouTube channel 📹 https://lnkd.in/dsGSz3Gi #ClosetheGlassLoop #CircularEconomy #GlassPackaging #GlassRecycling #SoftDrinks UNESDA - Soft Drinks Europe 🔄♻️
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Sharing best practices is crucial as it accelerates learning and progress across industries and disciplines. It allows individuals and organizations within the glass packaging value chain to adopt proven methods and successful strategies. Olivier Deweerdt, Secretary General of FERVER - European Federation of Glass Recyclers, recognizes this well, especially as #CloseTheGlassLoop works diligently on this front. We believe this approach will contribute positively to increasing glass collection for recycling rates. 💡 🔗 To access the complete press release and 2022 Glass collection for recycling map, please visit our website at: https://lnkd.in/gmzy7HAZ #ClosetheGlassLoop #CircularEconomy #GlassPackaging #GlassRecycling #PavingTheWayTo90
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Did you know that producing one glass bottle in a NextGen hybrid furnace reduces CO2 emissions by 69% compared to producing one glass bottle in conventional furnaces? 🤔 In the last episode of #90MinutesCGL, we heard an insightful case study from Joris Goossens, R&D Project Manager at Ardagh Group Glass Packaging-Europe. Joris oversees innovative technology projects aimed at reducing ecological impact and increasing recycled content in glass packaging manufacturing. 🎥 Watch the full episode with many more case studies here: 👉 https://lnkd.in/enCcVFQs #ClosetheGlassLoop #CircularEconomy #GlassPackaging #GlassRecycling #WasteManagement #Decarbonisation
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The second episode of #ClosetheGlassLoop's "Journey Through Sectors" is now live! 🌐 This time we look at the world of soft drinks and how the sector is ramping up efforts to achieve 90% collection for recycling of glass containers. Hear from industry leaders how circularity and sustainability is shaping their policies on packaging, as well as best practices, case studies, and initiatives from companies and operators working towards higher collection and recycling rates. 🔄♻️ 🔵 Where are soft drinks mostly consumed? 🔵 What is the vision of the soft drinks sector for sustainable packaging? 🔵 What functionalities is the soft drinks sector looking for with glass packaging? Curious about the answers to these questions? Head over to our CGL YouTube channel and click the link below to watch the video now! 👇 🎬 https://lnkd.in/ecreZwBu A special thanks to all the speakers who generously contributed their enlightening insights and remarks. 💬 Nicholas Hodac, UNESDA - Soft Drinks Europe 💬 Dries Van Aerde, Coca-Cola Europacific Partners 💬 Beatriz Blasco Marzal, Asociación de Bebidas Refrescantes 💬 Alexandre Mariat, GEYER 💬 Gaultier Massip, Citeo 💬 Sandra Anguiano, Ecovidrio #ClosetheGlassLoop #CircularEconomy #GlassPackaging #GlassRecycling #SoftDrinks
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Close the Glass Loop released at its recent Annual Event new data showing that the EU's average glass collection for recycling rate remained stable at 80.2% in 2022. As remarked by Adeline Farrelly, Secretary General of FEVE – the European Container Glass Federation, the amount of glass collected matched the 4.5% increase in glass packaging placed on the market, highlighting a positive trend in glass collection efforts across Europe. With our collective effort and the commitment of all our partners, we are confident that the rate can only increase in the upcoming years. 🔗 To access the complete press release and 2022 Glass collection for recycling map, please visit our website at: https://lnkd.in/gmzy7HAZ #ClosetheGlassLoop #CircularEconomy #GlassPackaging #GlassRecycling #PavingTheWayTo90
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