Bottle Bill Resource Guide
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Check out the Reloop & CRI Video
This video demonstrates the value and life cycle of a container deposit from distributor to customer and back!
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Explore Bottle Bills
If you're new to bottle bills or have some questions, these resources will help you gain understanding, from how bottle bills work to what makes them so effective.
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Bottle Bill Tool Kit
Want to start a bottle bill where you live? Get facts and resources, and arm yourself against the opposition with the Bottle Bill Toolkit.
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Current and Proposed Laws
From the United States to Canada to the rest of the world, bottle bills are everywhere. This is also the place to find out about campaigns for new or updated deposit laws.
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Featured News
Keep up to date with the latest media coverage of bottle bills, including new campaigns, proposed changes to bottle bills, and public opinions..
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COVID-19 Affects Bottle & Can Redemption
The COVID-19 pandemic has led some states to temporarily halt enforcement actions on retailers who are suspending bottle & can redemption during the pandemic. Generally speaking, these announcements do not affect redemption centers, who are free to close their doors in the interests of safety if they so choose. For more details about specific states, please click here.
- Bottle bills work!
- Advantages
Bottle bills (also known as container deposit laws) are a proven, sustainable method of capturing beverage bottles and cans for recycling. The refund value of the container (usually 5 or 10 cents) provides a monetary incentive to return the container for recycling.
- Supply recyclable materials for a high-demand market
- Conserve energy and natural resources
- Create new businesses and jobs
- Reduce waste disposal costs
- Reduce litter
- and provide many more benefits