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Recycling rate of 69% confirms steel for packaging’s continued position as leader in Europe

Figure represents a further 3.5% reduction of steel for packaging’s CO2 emissions year on year
The latest figures from APEAL (the Association of European Producers of Steel for Packaging) show that 69% of steel packaging is recycled in Europe. This represents over 2.5 million tonnes of food and drinks cans and other steel containers being recycled in 2007, saving 4.8 million tonnes of CO2. According to the latest available data, this places recycling rates for steel above those of other packaging materials such as plastic, beverage cartons and glass (19.7%, 32% and 62% respectively).

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APEAL: Two thirds of Europe’s steel packaging gets recycled

Latest figures show that 66% of steel packaging is recycled in Europe with strong growth recorded across the continent. A significant contribution to reducing energy consumption and carbon footprint.