Aluminium vs. Plastic: the facts

The science is clear: aluminium is infinitely recyclable. Unlike plastic, which downgrades in quality every time it’s reprocessed, aluminium keeps its properties forever. Recycling aluminium saves up to 95% of the energy compared to producing new material, dramatically reducing carbon emissions.

The science is clear: aluminium is infinitely recyclable. Unlike plastic, which downgrades in quality every time it’s reprocessed, aluminium keeps its properties forever. Recycling aluminium saves up to 95% of the energy compared to producing new material, dramatically reducing carbon emissions. In Europe, this circular system is working – around 75% of aluminium cans are recycled each year, one of the highest recycling rates for any packaging format.

Plastic, on the other hand, is facing increasing pressure. EU regulations are forcing PET bottles to include higher levels of recycled content, and new research has found hundreds of thousands of nanoplastic particles in a single litre of bottled water. For consumers and businesses alike, the material choice is becoming harder to ignore.

The Soul Water difference


Soul Water is committed to making aluminium the default for premium packaged water. Our cans and new AluBottle are made from 100% recycled, 100% recyclable aluminium with PFAS-free liners, ensuring both quality and safety. Inside, you’ll find natural mineral water, transported with a minimal carbon footprint. Every purchase also supports The Soul Community, our foundation funding projects like Ibiza Preservation, JustDiggit, and PRIDE Amsterdam.

By choosing Soul Water, partners aren’t just offering premium hydration—they’re aligning with a truly circular model that helps protect both people and the planet.

Soul Water. Eternally Yours.

Photos courtesy of IED Barcelona Fashion 2025, XXL Communication.

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