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Recycling rates for polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles in the US\u00a0hit their \u201chighest levels\u201d in 2023, as reported in the National Association for PET Container Resources\u2019 (NAPCOR) 2023 PET Recycling Report.<\/p>\n

In 2023, the US PET bottle collection rate hit 33%, a 4% rise from 29% in 2022, marking the highest rate since 1996.<\/p>\n

Last year, the average percentage of post-consumer recycled PET, or recycled PET (rPET), used in US bottles and jars was 16.2%. This represents a 3% increase from 13.2% in 2022.<\/p>\n

This is the highest level recorded to date, reflecting a growing demand for rPET across the country.<\/p>\n

PET plastic, identified by its resin code, is valued for its clarity, durability, and versatility. It is widely accepted in recycling programmes across the US and has higher recycling rates than most other plastics.<\/p>\n

Research shows that a 16.9oz PET plastic water bottle uses 80% less energy, creates 80% less waste, uses 53% less water, has 74% lower global warming potential, and generates 68%-83% fewer emissions than a 12oz aluminium can or glass bottle.<\/p>\n

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