I don't think it's lack of aluminum that is causing the can shortage. it's mostly that bars have been closed through much of the world, and beer distribution (

I don't think it's lack of aluminum that is causing the can shortage. it's mostly that bars have been closed through much of the world, and beer distribution (which has increased during covid, along with other alcohol consumption) has needed to increase. in order for breweries to stay healthy, they've been turning to cans (and mobile canneries) to get their products in front of people and sold. that in turn increases the number of cans purchased by breweries, which is now much higher than the normal number of cans being produced. while I'm in favor of higher deposits (Oregon has 10 cents), I'm pretty sure it wouldn't change this current calculus.