Waste360
3 March 2026
Only One-Third of Glass is Recycled. GRF’s 2025 Report Shows How Communities Are Changing That
Why It Matters for ITAD
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The Glass Recycling Foundation (GRF) has released its 2025 Impact Report, highlighting measurable progress in strengthening glass recycling systems across the U.S through strategic grantmaking and industry collaboration. At a time when only one-third of glass is currently recovered for recycling and 9.2 million tons of glass still go to landfills annually, GRF’s work continues to address infrastructure gaps and expand access to glass recycling.
Key Takeaways
- • Only One-Third of Glass is Recycled.
