What does the data reveal about glass packaging recycling in Europe? 

Close the Glass Loop’s Eurostat-based study provides a detailed picture of packaging glass recycling across Europe. 

Using data reported by EU Member States, the study analyses recycling and recovery rates, national differences, exports for recycling and performance against European targets. It helps explain where glass packaging is performing strongly and where further action is needed to improve collection and recycling outcomes. 

For brands, retailers, policymakers and value-chain partners, the study places glass recycling in a broader European context and shows why national performance, collection systems and collaboration across the value chain all matter.