| Feature |
Glass Bottles |
Plastic Bottles |
| How Many Times Can It Be Recycled? |
Theoretically, infinitely for most types of glass. |
Once or twice, then it is downcycled into other materials. |
| % Of Product Recovered For Recycling |
80% |
9.5% |
| Recyclability |
Glass is 100% recyclable without loss of quality. |
Plastic downcycles after one or two times. |
| Raw Materials |
Bioavailable materials, such as sand and limestone, are used to make glass. |
Relies on petroleum-based materials. |
| Environmental Impact |
Using glass reduces consumption of raw materials and cuts down on greenhouse gas emissions. |
Plastic production and disposal contribute to pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. |
| Toxicity |
Glass is not toxic or harmful to humans and the environment. It doesn’t leach toxins into food or drinks. |
Plastic can leach toxins, especially under certain conditions. |
