Glass is one of the earliest man-made materials. As early as 4000BC glass was used in the Middle East as decorative beads. A glass vase dating from 800BC is the earliest known example of clear glass.

So we should probably treat it as a more precious resource than we do!

The Different Types

How are different colours and qualities of glass manufactured?

How is it Recycled?

Domestic waste glass (known as 'cullet') is easy to recycle, find out how..

Bigger Picture

How does glass production and recycling affect the environment?

Problems/Issues

How does the supply and demand of recycled glass affect the industry?

Made from Recycled Glass

The uses for recycled glass range from the ordinary to the completely unexpected!

More Information

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