Research shows that high - recycling glass wine bottles can reduce carbon dioxide emissions

According to the research report, high - recycle glass and plastic wine bottles can reduce the release of greenhouse gases. Recently, the research conducted by the Waste Resources Action Programme (WRAP) has been well - received by British glass companies, as it will dispel people's prejudice that glass production can release a large amount of carbon dioxide. Researchers examined the production and transportation processes of glass bottles and found that high - recycle lightweight glass bottles produce as much greenhouse gases as lightweight PET bottles. Although the production process of PET bottles releases more CO2, the gas release during transportation is less. Mr. Rebecca Cockin, the manager of the recycling department of a British glass company, pointed out, "We are very encouraged by the research results of the report. The report helps us to dispel some criticism and negative impacts on the glass packaging industry and can promote the development of the glass packaging industry." Mr. Richard Swannell, the chairman of WRAP, said, "This proves that the recycle rate of lightweight glass bottles is a positive factor for the environment." This research compared 75cl glass bottles with PET bottles. The types of bottles include 45g non - recycled PET bottles, typical 496g glass bottles with an 81% recycle rate, and 365g lightweight glass bottles with an 81% recycle rate. Meanwhile, the research also included 365g glass bottles with a 92% recycle rate, as well as PET bottles of the same mass with a 50% recycle rate and most other PET bottles. The research found that the gas release of 54g PET bottles is within the range of that of 365g glass bottles.