On This Giving Tuesday, the Value of Giving Has Never Been More Apparent
Volunteering and charitable donations are more important than ever as the cost of living continues to rise and charitable organizations work to meet the growing demand of those in need. In late 2022, energy costs are rising sharply as cold weather approaches in many parts of the United States. According to the National Energy Assistance […]
Why Does Beer Taste Better in Glass?
Whether it’s cracking open a cold lager to cool down on a summer day or enjoying a carefully crafted bottle of ale in the local bar, we bet that when it comes to planning your next beer, you’re thinking about glass. But why is it that we enjoy beer better when it comes in glass? […]
O-I Glass4Good Partner Encourages Glass Recycling in New Video
At O-I, our commitment to sustainability includes the vital work of fostering local recycling ecosystems like through GLASS4GOOD™, a community-based program that incentivizes glass recycling. GLASS4GOOD enhances local recycling infrastructures and generates charitable donations in the communities where O-I employees live and work. GLASS4GOOD can create an opportunity for glass recycling where it may not […]
The Resilient Role of Glass Packaging During Economic Uncertainty
There’s a lot of economic uncertainty as we enter the end of 2022. Inflation is rising globally. Energy concerns loom across Europe. COVID-19 variants and the trajectory of the pandemic are tough to predict. Brands and consumers alike are watching the situation closely. Consumer spending habits, preferences and behaviors could shift depending on their bank […]
Top 5 Reasons Glass Bottles Are the Best Packaging for Wine
You’re standing in the store trying to grab a bottle of wine (or two) for a dinner with friends tonight. As you stand there, you notice wine in other packaging options – some claiming to be more convenient or more sustainable than the glass bottle. Before you head to the wine aisle next, here […]
Iron Maiden-Branded Beer Gets Seal of Approval From Band in Visit With O-I Team
What would you do if the heavy metal band Iron Maiden visited your brewery? That’s what happened in August when the band visited Brazilian brewery Bodebrown with members of the O-I Glass team to taste a new Iron Maiden-branded brew. Bodebrown initially partnered with Iron Maiden to created a new Iron Maiden-branded craft beer called […]
Groceries, Cafés Move to ‘Package Free’ with the Help of Reusable Glass Jars
Plastic grocery bag bans have gone into effect, restaurants are switching out Styrofoam containers for compostable options, and cafes are moving beyond single-use plastic and paper cups. One of the most important investments a business can make right now is in lowering waste – and infinitely recyclable, reusable glass packaging, is the solution. Glass Jars […]
The Case for To-Go Beers & Cocktails Just Got Stronger
From getting groceries delivered to grabbing alcohol to-go, research shows that consumer habits formed during the pandemic are here to stay. Of the drinkers that started purchasing alcohol direct from the producer during the pandemic, 76% said they plan to continue to do so, according to a July 2022 study from Danelle Kosmal, FP of […]
Reuse Glass at Home to Create a Low-Waste Lifestyle
Glass is the perfect material for a low-waste lifestyle. Not only is it infinitely recyclable, but it can be reused in endless ways around the house. From functional and beautiful decor to practical storage, you can put those glass jars and bottles to good use in ways that will make your home more sustainable. Glass […]
O-I Celebrates International Year of Glass with Untappd Badge for Beer Lovers
This year, we’re celebrating the International Year of Glass, and what better way to do it than with the resounding clink of glass beer bottles around the world? O-I Glass is encouraging beer lovers to join the celebration by releasing a new “2022: International Year of Glass” Untappd badge. Untappd is a global mobile app. […]
