Concerning recycling, today, the situation varies greatly between countries. More than 61% of U.S. households have access to carton recycling, while a life cycle assessment carried out on behalf of Tetra Pak concluded that Tetra Pak® carton packages have a lower carbon footprint than glass, plastic or metal packages. Tetra Pak leads and contributes to initiatives that drive improvements in waste management (collection & sorting) and recycling infrastructure worldwide, while raising consumer awareness to create engagement and encourage recycling.