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Facts and figures
Here are the numbers behind one of Norway's most successful environmental initiatives. See how the deposit system contributes to a more sustainable society, based on documented results and open reporting.
Here are some key figures that show how well the deposit system works.
92%
Return rate for aluminium
Norway has the world's highest return rate for aluminium cans
95%
Return rate for plastic bottles
We rank among the world's best for plastic recycling
15,000+
Retail outlets
The deposit system is available throughout Norway
50+ years
Since 1972
Over half a century of experience
The journey from start to world-leading deposit system
1972
Infinitum is established
The Norwegian deposit system sees the light of day
1999
Return rate of 80%
Reaching an important milestone for sustainability
2010
Return rate of 90%
Becoming world-leading in recycling
2024
Return rate 92-95%
Holding the world record in return rate for beverage packaging
Innsamlingsgrader internasjonalt
How Norway compares to other countries
92-95%
Norway
World-leading
~80%
Germany
Well-established system
~30%
EU average
Without a deposit system