One of the key complaints lodged against glass is that it’s heavier than plastic, which means more emissions during transport, cancelling out all environmental gains. We know that argument doesn’t stand, and now Quadpack is putting any concerns to bed with its Eco-warrior fragrance packaging for the beauty industry.
Made from slimline glass, the result is a bottle that is 13% lighter than a regular one. With a choice of cork or wood caps from sustainably managed sources, it’s the clear winner in the contest against plastic. But to really embrace its potential, recycling rates will need to catch up.