{"id":175952,"date":"2024-11-27T02:51:13","date_gmt":"2024-11-27T07:51:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wasteadvantagemag.com\/?p=175952"},"modified":"2024-11-27T02:51:13","modified_gmt":"2024-11-27T07:51:13","slug":"seattle-wa-public-utilities-remains-committed-to-glass-recycling-amid-market-challenges","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wasteadvantagemag.com\/seattle-wa-public-utilities-remains-committed-to-glass-recycling-amid-market-challenges\/","title":{"rendered":"Seattle, WA Public Utilities Remains Committed to Glass Recycling Amid Market Challenges"},"content":{"rendered":"

On November 7, Ardagh Glass Packaging, the major glass bottle manufacturer in the Seattle area, informed the Washington state government that it permanently closed its Seattle facility. This closure has created unprecedented challenges for glass recycling in Seattle and neighboring jurisdictions. Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) and recycling partners are working with service providers and stakeholders to identify new recycling markets for glass and other alternative solutions that align with contractual standards and commitment to sustainability.<\/p>\n

Businesses and residents in Seattle should still continue to put glass bottles and containers in their recycling carts. Please make sure all recyclables are empty, clean, and dry to prevent contamination and increase the quality and value of recyclable materials. In addition, SPU is taking these actions to address unprecedented market conditions for glass:<\/p>\n