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Waste management is the entire process of handling waste produced by individuals and businesses. This guide to waste management explains what it is and why it is so important for UK businesses.

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has recently published guidance on the Simpler Recycling Legislation, which is scheduled to take effect on March 31, 2025.

The implementation timeline for non-municipal premises and businesses to collect food waste separately from other waste streams will come into effect in England on 31 March 2025.

As concerns about climate change and resource depletion grow, anaerobic digestion stands out as a versatile and impactful solution that contributes to a circular economy by turning waste into resources. Get the latest insights about this innovative waste to energy solution.

For all businesses, understanding the various commercial bin sizes is crucial to comply with legislation, minimize environmental impact, and save money. In this blog, we delve into the different commercial bin sizes to help you determine the best fit for your business needs.

New regulations were introduced by the Welsh Government which mandates that all workplaces separate recyclable items in the same manner that the majority of households currently do.

Whether you run a business or run your own home, we can all benefit from an effective waste management plan that helps reduce how much pollution we contribute and improves our recycling efforts. In this article, our experts from Great Western Recycling explain the 5 Rs and how they can help us carry out effective [...] The post The 5 Rs of Effective Waste Management appeared first on Great Western Recycling.

In an era where sustainability and environmental responsibility are at the forefront of global conversations, understanding the journey of our waste and recycling has never been more crucial. Every day, households and businesses generate vast amounts of waste, from the commonplace plastic bottle to the seemingly insignificant scrap of paper. Yet, few of us truly comprehend what happens after these items leave our hands. In this article, we will be exploring how our discarded materials are handled, repurposed, and disposed of. By shedding light on these essential systems, we aim to enhance awareness and inspire more informed and responsible practices in our everyday lives. Join us as we unravel the complex pathways of waste management and recycling, and discover the vital roles they play in fostering a sustainable future.

What is a Persistent Organic Pollutant (POPs)? POPs are chemicals that persist in the environment and pose a risk of causing adverse effects to human health and the environment. They break down slowly and get into food chains as a result. In the past, POPs were used in various products, including pesticides and industrial chemicals, [...] The post The Ultimate Guide to Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) appeared first on Great Western Recycling.

Food waste is inevitable – especially in catering businesses. A professional kitchen is always going to throw away larger-than-average quantities through a combination of plate scrapings, leftovers from food preparation, and spoilage. Though it can be difficult to plan effective ways to reduce this, doing so will pay dividends in the long run, and reduce [...] The post How to Reduce Food Waste in the Catering Industry appeared first on Great Western Recycling.

Glass recycling is crucial for both financial and environmental reasons. When compared to other recyclable materials, recycled cullet (crushed glass) use a substantial amount less energy. Recycling just one glass bottle results in energy savings equivalent to 90 minutes of watching television. But exactly are the real benefits of recycling glass? Since the boom in [...] The post What are the Benefits of Recycling Glass? appeared first on Great Western Recycling.

If you’re a business owner, getting to grips with your waste is crucial, whatever the scale or sector you operate in. Proactively managing waste and reducing your impact is a moral responsibility as an occupant of planet earth, and your legal responsibility too – so don’t make mistakes! But with lots of confusing terminology and [...] The post Duty of Care, Waste Transfer Notes, and Waste Definitions appeared first on Great Western Recycling.

Great Western Recycling is proud to be sponsoring Sales Director Mark Bywater for his boxing match on Saturday 25th September 2021 in aid of Cancer Research UK. Alongside Matt Rees, Mark has undertaken numerous charity fundraising events over the years. Mark has climbed Kilimanjaro for Anthony Nolan following a bone marrow donation to the charity, [...] The post Great Western Recycling’s Mark Bywater Boxes for Cancer Research UK appeared first on Great Western Recycling.

In a society that places such rapidly increasing value on environmental consciousness, it is no surprise that people are becoming more and more interested in the lifecycle of their waste and the impacts of their waste disposal practices. The waste disposal hierarchy indexes the range of solutions available for waste disposal, drawing particular attention to [...] The post What is the Waste Management Hierarchy? appeared first on Great Western Recycling.

Commercial waste is any waste that is produced on a business premises. Disposing of your waste in an environmentally friendly way is important; businesses have an obligation to do so. There’s a common misconception that commercial waste collection is expensive, but that doesn’t have to be the case! At Great Western Recycling, we understand the [...] The post Commercial Waste Collection Costs & Prices – How Much is Business Waste Collection? appeared first on Great Western Recycling.

‘Zero Waste to Landfill’ is a term used across the waste industry and in sustainability policies around the world. At Great Western Recycling we too operate according to zero waste to landfill aims, helping businesses in England reduce the waste they send to landfill and reducing the negative impacts we collectively have on the environment.

It is common knowledge that glass waste should be recycled where possible, however, most individuals and businesses may not be aware of the process of glass recycling. So, our recycling specialists here at Great Western Recycling have put together this blog, answering the most frequently asked questions surrounding glass recycling. Understanding What Types of Glass [...] The post Glass Recycling FAQ – All You Need to Know About Recycling Glass appeared first on Great Western Recycling.

In this guide from the Great Western Recycling team, we discuss dry mixed recycling, explaining what it is, what can and can’t go in DMR containers, and the benefits it provides. What is Dry Mixed Recycling & How Does it Work? Dry mixed recycling (DMR) refers to a simple but effective waste disposal service that [...] The post What is Dry Mixed Recycling? appeared first on Great Western Recycling.

Great Western Recycling have featured recently on the Channel 5 programme Britain’s Parking Hell. Our Director and driver Aled Rees had the pleasure of hosting a camera crew in the lorry back in 2018 and the series aired on Channel 5 in August 2019.