France sees come back for refundable glass bottles

An old trend is coming back – returning glass drink bottles to receive a deposit or discount.

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Published Wednesday 29 May 2019 - 15:00 Modified Wednesday 29 May 2019 - 15:00

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A third of shops in Alsace are working with Alsace Consigne to offer money-off vouchers (10-20 cents) when consumers bring back their bottles.

The bottles can be re-used for six years, creating environmental benefits. Toulouse has also reinstated the deposit system in 20 shops.

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