You may not know - and it may even sound weird - but by some surveys, two-thirds of all the beaches in the world are retreating due to lack of sand. Well, dear reader, despite being such an (apparently) abundant material, it serves as an “ingredient” for the preparation of all sorts of things, such as asphalt, mortar, concrete, plaster, glass, etc., and is widely exploited by various industries, from pharmaceutical to construction.

Have you ever thought about losing the sand strip of this paradise? (Piha Beach - Backpacker Guide NZ)

For in New Zealand, where beaches are among the most frequented tourist attractions in the country, this issue of sandy retreat is a matter of concern. However, according to Stephanie Mlot of Geek.com, there is a company that is committed to replacing the material, and she hopes to get help from New Zealand beer lovers.

Partnership

The company is called DB Breweries and has built a series of machines that spray the empty beer bottles - made of glass, of course - and make them a substitute for coastal sands. The idea of ​​the company is to install the equipment in bars and restaurants throughout New Zealand and hope that people who love the drink and beaches of the country will contribute.

Look at the contraption there! (Geek.com/DB Breweries)

The machine is all stylish with a bottle-shaped opening through which utensils must be introduced. Once inside the device, a system removes silica particles and bottle labels, leaving only sand made of glass only, and each unit processed by the equipment results in the production of 200 grams of material - and in about five seconds. It's quick! So, dear reader, what do you think of this idea?

She makes "sand" quickly! (Geek.com/DB Breweries)