Why do you need different coloured bottle banks?

Different colored bottle banks are used to facilitate the recycling process by sorting glass by its color. Clear, green, and brown glass have distinct recycling processes and end uses, so separating them helps improve the quality of recycled materials. This separation also enhances efficiency in recycling facilities, ensuring that the glass can be processed correctly and reused effectively in new products. Ultimately, using different colored bottle banks promotes better recycling outcomes and reduces contamination.