“We at Pantamera would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who returns their bottles and cans. Every can and bottle makes a difference, and all the material can be recycled into new ones, which is good for the climate. It's a small environmental action in everyday life that, when combined, has a big impact. That’s why we often say that returning bottles is Sweden’s smallest climate movement.” says Katarina Lundell, Head of Marketing and Communications at Pantamera/Returpack.
The deposit is becoming increasingly important. On average, 283 cans and bottles were returned per person in 2025, which is a 4 per cent increase on the previous year. At the same time, the return rate increased to 88.4 per cent.
According to a survey conducted by Kantar/Sifo on behalf of Pamantera/Returpack, 84 per cent of Swedes say they have a high level of confidence in the deposit-refund system. The survey also shows that people are motivated to return bottles by a desire to benefit the climate, but that the refund itself is becoming increasingly important.
