New research from RRS finds that used beverage cans (UBCs) are recycled into new cans in an average of 60 days in the US. This study, commissioned by the Aluminum Association and Can Manufacturers Institute, demonstrates the circular nature of aluminum beverage cans, which are often recycled into new cans. The research highlights the sustainability benefits of aluminum recycling, which requires 95% less energy and 95% less emissions compared to producing new aluminum. The report also notes that 43% of aluminum beverage cans are recycled, with 97% of recycled aluminum going on to become new cans, compared to 30-60% for glass and 34% for plastic bottles. The industries urge for increased aluminum recycling, as the average American throws away 15 twelve-packs of used cans per year, resulting in a $1.2 billion loss for the economy.
Aluminum is pioneering the circular economy effort, spearheading the shift towards more sustainable waste management.
