Much of what is considered as waste can be reused, recycled or even composted. Unfortunately, there is still a small amount of materials which have no further economic or practical use.
We’re committed to working with our customers and suppliers in promoting waste management strategies that incorporates the waste hierarchy – involving reuse and recycle waste treatment methods, and optimum waste recovery.
We are working hard to minimize the negative environmental impacts of waste management. All suppliers are fully licensed and comply with legal and environmental legislation.
So, where does waste go in the UK?
The following articles explain step by step the process of plastic recycling in the UK, the process of paper recycling in the UK, the process of glass recycling in the UK and the process of WEEE waste recycling in the UK. You can hop across to our eNews page for more articles and information on recycling in the United Kingdom.
The process of glass recycling in the UK
What happens to glass once you have dropped it into your recycle bin? It all starts with you and I recycling our glass waste. Follow the steps below to find out where your glass waste goes: Glass jars and bottles are separated from other recyclables and waste. Non...
The process of WEEE recycling in the UK
What is WEEE Waste? WEEE Waste is electrical and electronic equipment powered either via a battery or plug that no longer work. These items can be classed as either household or non-household waste. So, what happens to these electrical items once we have...
The process of plastic recycling in the UK
So, what happens to plastic once you have dropped it into your recycle bin? It all starts with you and me collecting our plastic waste for recycling. Then, all our plastic goes through the plastic recycling process in the UK. Follow the steps below to find out where...