reuse glass bottles will increase its attractiveness as an alternative to plastic and other beverage containers. As with many industries, improving the sustainability of the glass bottle industry will require strengthening existing laws and pursuing more aggressive policies. In most cases, more stringent recycling/refilling programs will improve the economic incentives of doing so.
For more information on best practices/sustainability issues associated with refillable beverage containers, check out the Institute for Local Self-Reliance’s in-depth discussion.