Author name: Kevin

Why a Bottle-Return Program Matters
Environmental Impact
Aruba does not (yet) have a mandatory deposit law, so every glass beer bottle thrown away becomes landfill for centuries.

Tourism drives Aruba’s economy. Visitors flock to its stunning beaches and vibrant culture. Environmental challenges have emerged. Resource consumption and waste generation threaten paradise. The tourism sector is responding. Innovative sustainability initiatives protect what visitors love most.

Aruba produces more glass waste per capita than any other Caribbean island, yet landfill space is shrinking and recycling infrastructure is still developing. Highlighting the companies that voluntarily close the loop shows residents, businesses, and policymakers that a circular economy is already within reach.