At Countrystyle, we manage the collection and recycling of over 33,000 tonnes of glass annually, with dedicated bottle bank services across east of England, alongside bespoke collection solutions across the Southeast. By removing glass from mixed recycling, we help businesses and local authorities reduce costs and improve recycling efficiencies.
How it works
Collected glass is sent to a UK-based glass recycler, where it is:
Decontaminated
Removing impurities to ensure high-quality recycling.
Sorted by Colour
Separating clear, green, and brown glass.
Crushed & Reprocessed
Supplied to bottle & jar manufacturers, creating a closed-loop system where old glass becomes new.
Glass cullet melts at a lower temperature than raw materials, requiring less energy and emitting fewer greenhouse gases, making it one of the most sustainable materials.
Positive impact
Recycling 33,000 tonnes of glass saves:
1,386,000 kWh of energy reducing environmental impact compared to virgin glass.
10,048 tonnes of CO2 cutting emissions & supporting carbon reduction targets.
38,400,000 tonnes of raw materials conserving natural resources.
33,000 tonnes of landfill minimising waste disposal costs.
Partnering with Sustainable Businesses
We support Tendring District Council and Ipswich Borough Council with efficient glass collection and recycling, operating dedicated bottle bank vehicles from Lackford to maximise service reliability.