Glass, plastic and metal
Deposit containers are made of glass, plastic and metal. Plastic is harmful for the environment, whereas aluminium is so valuable that it must be recycled. Glass bottles can be reused multiple times by washing and refilling them.
Glass, plastic and metal bottles and drink cans can be recycled for a deposit. Make sure that the bottles and cans are empty before returning them to the stores. By returning these containers, you can participate in recycling and make money at the same time!
Bottles are separated and recycled. A bottle deposit exists to make sure that the bottles are recycled.
Metals are valuable raw materials. They are mined from the earth. Metal mines produce metal ore, which is a type of rock that contains different metals. To convert ore to metal, it must be refined through complex processes. The mining and refining of metal uses a lot of energy.
Metal cans and other small pieces of metal from food packaging should be put into the metal recycling bin. All containers should be washed clean before they are placed in the recycling bin. You can also flatten the containers to conserve space.
Metal cans and other small pieces of metal belong to the metal recycling bin.
Glass is a good material for bottles and cans. It is made from sand that is placed in high temperatures. Shards of glass can be dangerous for pets and people. Recycling glass conserves both energy and sand.
Used glass containers belong in the glass recycling bin.