To tackle climate change, packaging reduction and decarbonization concerns must be addressed sooner rather than later. Glass, one of the most established packaging materials, is uniquely positioned to lead this path towards a more sustainable future, thanks to its reuse and recycling capacities. As one of the industry leaders of glass packaging, Verallia has several projects across the EU to develop reuse systems into an economically and ecologically viable option.
Read moreThe ‘100% Sicily’ wine bottles created by O-I Glass have successfully closed their local recycling loop. This circular project involves glass bottles that are created from locally recycled materials in a Sicilian production plant, before being sold and distributed by regional winemakers.
Read moreCodorníu and Verallia have joined forces to launch the lightest and most sustainable bottle of Cava on the market! The new design weighs only 775 grams, saving around 125 grams per bottle, while still guaranteeing the same strength, quality, and elegance.
Read moreAs we all strive for a more sustainable future, people all over Europe are taking more steps to reduce their environmental footprint and becoming more vocal in their expectations that businesses do more to help them make more sustainable choices. But how to combine the quality and uniqueness of a handcrafted local product with increasing needs for more sustainable options? One option is adopting the new glass hallmark on bottles and jars, as Venetian brewer 32 Via dei Birrai has.
Read moreWhen it comes to wine, what do consumers reach for? A new study by CSA and the Fédération des industries du verre shows that wine consumers prefer glass packaging, because of its recyclability and natural character.
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