See What’s Possible in Packaging & Processing @ PACK EXPO International
See packaging & processing solutions from 2,600 exhibitors and gain insights from 150+ free educational sessions at PACK EXPO International.
REGISTER NOW & SAVE

Create a free Packaging World account to continue reading

NC law mandates bar/restaurant container recycling

A North Carolina state law (HB 237) went into effect Jan. 1 requiring all Alcoholic Beverage Control permit holders to recycle beverage containers sold at retail for on-premise consumption.

This includes glass bottles, aluminum cans, and plastic bottles, although 100% recyclable glass beer, wine, and liquor containers are expected to be most of what is generated for recycling.
This legislation is likely to boost glass recycling in a state where there is strong demand. Three glass manufacturing plants and two glass processing facilities are located in North Carolina.
Glass container recycling at bars and restaurants is also growing in other key states, including Colorado and California. For more information, go to www.gpimail.org/news/2007/oct/mail.htm#7.

Co-packers: the competitive gap is widening
Brands want more than low bids. See what automation, services, and sustainability mean for CM/CPs in 2026.
Read More
Co-packers: the competitive gap is widening
Retail multipack suppliers, all in one place
25+ vetted systems for cups, tubs, and bottles — shrink, paperboard, banding, clip, and more. Free download.
Read More
Retail multipack suppliers, all in one place