Glass, especially glass food and beverage containers, can be recycled over and over again. Americans generated 11.5 million tons of glass in 2014, about 26 percent of which was recovered for recycling. The City of Gallatin Recycling Center recycles glass bottles, crushing the glass for use in industrial products like sidewalk aggregate. Quantities are also available to the public for craft needs and DIY projects. Call today at 615-451-5909 to reserve yours!
Non-recyclable Glass
- Any glass contaminated with stones, dirt, and food waste
- Ceramics, such as dishware, ovenware, and decorative items
- Crystal
- Heat-resistant glass, such as Pyrex
- Light bulbs
- Mirror or window glass
- Mixed colors of broken glass
Glass Crusher
Aluminum, various other metals, and paper goods are the low-hanging fruit of the recycling industry because these materials have value to industry as a raw material. On the other hand, glass tends to be a burden for recycling centers because it’s heavy, dangerous for workers, and unsorted glass co-mingled with other waste is virtually worthless to manufacturers of new glass.