The UK recycled 157,049 tonnes of aluminium packaging last year, exceeding targets by 8,579 tonnes, per Environment Agency data.

Key Stats:

114,462 tonnes: Kerbside & public recycling

41,635 tonnes: Recovered from incinerator waste

81% recycling rate for beverage cans

Industry Insight (Tom Giddings, Alupro):

"Two decades of infrastructure investment are paying off. Now, policies like Deposit Return Schemes (DRS) and PRN reform can push rates even higher."

Why It Matters:

Aluminium’s infinite recyclability aligns with UK sustainability goals, but systemic changes are needed to maintain progress.