Here's a look at the latest figures showing how different types of container redemption systems compare in terms of return rates.

This article appeared in the January 2021 issue of Resource Recycling. Subscribe today for access to all print content. In 1970, the province of British Columbia became the first jurisdiction in the world to implement a mandatory deposit return system for single-use beverage containers. Fast-forward fifty years and over 40 jurisdictions have established a deposit system, including most parts of Canada and...