Find the nearest BottleBank drop-off point on the app's built-in map.
Step 3
Get bags
BottleBank Blue Bags are available both at the drop-off points and at certain locations. Moreover, you can get your first, promotional bag package at any drop-off point free of charge.
Step 4
Recycle
Sort your bottles and cans by type (aluminum, glass, plastic), and don't forget to crush the aluminum and plastic ones to save space in your bag. Then tie your bag firmly and take it to your chosen drop-off location.
Step 5
Earn
Get your bag scanned, and your CRV funds will be added to your Venmo or PayPal account in a maximum of 72 hours.
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WAIWED PROCESSING FEES FOR 2025 IN RESPONSE TO CUSTOMER FEEDBACK
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San Francisco, Calif. (Dec. 30, 2024)
BOTTLEBANK, a leader in modernizing California Redemption Value (CRV) redemption, announced today that it will waive all new processing fees through 2025. This decision comes in response to valuable feedback from customers who participated in a recent survey focused on improving the recycling experience.
"We don’t like fees either," said Ors Czaszar, BOTTLEBANK Founder and President. "That’s why, based on customer insights, we are eliminating processing fees next year as part of our ongoing mission to make recycling easier, more affordable, and accessible to all Californians.
"Innovating Recycling for a Sustainable FutureBOTTLEBANK is revolutionizing CRV redemption, offering Californians a convenient and modern way to recycle their beverage containers. The organization remains committed to reducing plastic pollution, improving accessibility, and putting more money back into customers’ pockets.
"Innovating an old system comes with challenges," Csaszar added. "We’re grateful to our customers for their patience and honest feedback as we continue to test and refine new solutions like INNOVABIN, our latest technology designed to make recycling even easier."
A Commitment to Accessibility and AffordabilityWhile some fees are necessary to sustain the program long-term, waiving these charges for 2025 reflects BOTTLEBANK’s promise to balance affordability with sustainability. Customers can expect more updates as the program evolves.
About BOTTLEBANK BOTTLEBANK is leading the way in modernizing California’s CRV redemption process, making recycling more accessible and sustainable. With a focus on convenience, transparency, and innovation, BOTTLEBANK is helping build a cleaner, greener future.
