Every year, billions of glass bottles are discarded worldwide. In the United States alone, over 10 million metric tons of glass waste are generated annually, with only about 33% being recycled. This leads to an enormous amount of glass waste ending up in landfills, contributing to environmental degradation and resource depletion. Globally, glass recycling rates vary, but many countries struggle with low recycling percentages, highlighting the urgent need for innovative solutions like upcycling.