Are you wondering where to throw jars of various preserves, mayonnaise and sauces? Some people believe that it should go in the mixed waste container because it is dirty glass. Others throw empty glasses into the glass container, but this raises the dilemma of whether to wash them first. We explain how to do it right.

  • Empty glasses must be thrown into the container intended for glass (green). Dirty glasses do not need to be thoroughly washed before disposal. It is enough that they are free of large food residues.

In the recycling process, specialized machines can deal with any kind of dirt. However, it is important that the canning jars are emptied to facilitate their processing.

Caps and labels – should you separate them?

However, it is important to remove all non-glass parts before disposing of glass bottles and glassessuch as lids, foils and plastic components. It is ideal to throw only clean glass, without additional materials, into glass containers.

However, if the non-glass parts cannot be easily separated and removing them would cause injury, leave them on the bottle. The technologies used in glass recycling make it possible to separate metals from glass and remove labels and adhesive residues.

  • Jars can therefore be thrown away together with caps and labels. However, it is better to throw away the caps separately – in a container for metals and plastics, and the glasses themselves in a glass container.

Glass recycling process – how does it work?

  • Glass recycling is a complex process that begins with sorting.
  • After the initial division of glass according to types and colors, the material is crushed.
  • Then it takes place further purification and separation using metallic technology.
  • Finally, impurities are removed and the glass is ready for melting.

Remember this

  • In green containers (on glass) only glass containers are included, such as mason jars and glass bottles.
  • Chemical glass, windows, mirrors or glass figurines must not be thrown there.
  • Do not forget to throw away only empty cups and whole ones. The glass should be disposed of in the green bin, taking care not to break it.

Glass separation is key to efficient recycling and environmental protection. By managing glass waste responsibly, we can contribute to saving energy and protecting natural resources, which is an important element in caring for our planet.

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