Our Mission

Lockhart Glass Company exists to reduce glass waste, create local jobs, and build pathways into skilled manufacturing careers through recycling and education.

The Problem

In much of Texas, glass is not recycled. Transportation costs, lack of infrastructure, and limited processing facilities mean most glass ends up in landfills—even when residents want to recycle responsibly.

Our Solution

We create a local, closed-loop system:

1. Collect glass locally

2. Process and clean it into usable material

3. Manufacture new glass products

4. Train and employ people from the community

This approach reduces waste, lowers emissions, and builds long-term economic value.

Why Lockhart

Lockhart offers:

• Proximity to Central Texas population centers

• A strong culture of skilled labor

• Opportunity for workforce development

• Room to grow a scalable, regional solution

Community and Impact

Our Impact Goals

Divert thousands of tons of glass from landfills

1. Create skilled manufacturing jobs

2. Train local workers for long-term careers

3. Support sustainable regional infrastructure

Community first

We prioritize partnerships with:

• Local governments

• Businesses and hospitality groups

• Educational institutions

• Environmental organizations

About Us

Programs

Glass Recycling

We operate local glass collection and processing with a focus on:

• Contamination reduction

• Material beneficiation

• Reliable supply for manufacturing end-use

Manufacturing

Our pilot manufacturing program focuses on:

• Utility jars and vessels

• Specialty and small-batch glass products

• Product development using recycled material

As we scale, manufacturing may expand into a future for-profit entity that supports the nonprofit mission.

Workforce & Education

We are developing a trade-school-style education model focused on:

• Equipment operation

• Safety and quality control

• Manufacturing fundamentals

• Career-ready technical skills

Our goal is to partner with regional education institutions to create clear training-to-employment pathways.