The point is that we already deal with glass through the entire process of production, distribution, use, and disposal and it is not a problem. Plastic is of c

The point is that we already deal with glass through the entire process of production, distribution, use, and disposal and it is not a problem. Plastic is of course cheaper (ignoring externalities) and of course has advantageous qualities. That's why we use plastic. It is a good material. But we can deal with glass if we decide the true cost of plastic is too high, even if the glass breaks.