There’s a waste crisis in the UK. As a nation, we need to reduce consumption, increase recycling, turn waste into energy, and embrace a circular economy. Another contentious point in the waste sector is food waste.
The Coronavirus pandemic affected the human race on a global scale. Hundreds of thousands of families tragically lost loved ones, businesses struggled and many world economies were left at an all time low. Yet, here and there, little pockets of light appeared to keep countries going through this terrible crisis. And in true British spirit, […]
In the era of climate change, there’s an increasing focus on how the UK should be powered to minimise the environmental impact. Historically, we’ve relied on coal and gas to generate electricity and decarbonisation. But how is this changing?
As the realisation of the ever-increasing waste crisis slowly creeps into our everyday psyche, it spurs us to make more sustainable choices, waste less, and recycle more. As we understand the impact of waste, it affects the buying choices we make – including clothing. Consumer demand for sustainable fashion is emerging. It’s not uncommon to […]
Circular economy. It’s a term we hear more of. But what is it? And why does it matter?
When we put our recycling out for collection, we might get a satisfying feeling that we’re doing our little bit for the health of the planet. But not all the items we put in the recycling bin will end up being recycled. Here’s why… What is recycling contamination? Recycling plants are increasingly sophisticated and able […]
In 2019, the issue of the Dutch RDF tax was hotly debated in the waste management industry. As of 1st January 2020, this tax has come into effect. But what is RDF and what are its implications?
As 2019 comes to a close, we look ahead to a new decade and think about what needs to be done to protect our planet against the waste crisis. From small steps in households, to seismic shifts in manufacturing and industry, waste management requires creative thinking from all angles. Increase household recycling There’s an EU […]
The spotlight is well and truly cast on waste management and its intrinsic link to the environment. In 2018, the UK government announced a 25 Year Environment Plan, focused on creating a circular economy with less dependence on raw materials and better handling of waste. But how well is the UK equipped to handle the […]
When you’ve had a big garden overhaul, moved to a new house, or undertaken some renovation works, you’ve probably created a skip full of waste. But when the skip is collected, what happens to all the rubbish next?
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