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Why is Greenwashing Bad? New Laws to Stop False Eco-Promises Undermining Genuine Sustainability
Why is Greenwashing Bad? We explain this new threat, and how new anti-greenwashing laws and regulations are coming to Europe and the UK which will benefit genuinely sustainable companies that minimise their use of resources, minimise their waste output and recycle. Introduction: Demystifying Greenwashing In the age of climate consciousness, greenwashing has emerged as a […]
Tyre Bales a Revolutionary Use for Old Car Tyres – PAS 108 Explained
Advantages of BSI PAS 108 Tyre Bales: A New Sustainable Use for a Problem Waste A simple act by WRAP in 2008 revolutionised the use of tyre bales in UK civil engineering and landscape applications, sustainably using this material where otherwise resources would be wasted at their disposal. It will be obvious to our Wastersblog […]
Smart Waste Sorting: How they Separate Recyclates from Residues in Recycling Centres MRFs & ERFs
Smart Waste Sorting: Sorting waste effectively in recycling centres poses a significant challenge amid escalating global waste issues. Today, smart waste sorting technology using AI is transforming this process by optimising the separation of recyclable materials from residual waste. This article explores how cutting-edge robotics and artificial intelligence are just starting to streamline the handling of the waste influx in Material Recovery […]
Scrap Car Recycling in 3 Steps – How Ambitious EU Targets are Achieved and UK’s Rate Beats the Rest!
In the wake of increasing environmental concerns and sustainable solutions gaining momentum, the motor industry is stepping up its game. Scrap car recycling, a crucial aspect of the automobile lifecycle, has seen transformative changes over the years. With ambitious targets set by the European Union and noteworthy strides made by countries like the UK, the […]
Questions to Ask Your Trash Removal Company
Everyone needs trash removal from their homes and businesses. Every trash removal company has different ways that they operate, so you need to question the ones that you might want to choose from. The answers to these questions can help you choose the right company for you. You need to have a list of the […]
What is a Waste Transfer Station and Inside MRFs and MBTs
What is a Waste Transfer Station? Well, let us explain Waste Transfer Stations, were once simply depots, often not even roofed where the dust carts (now called Refuse Collection Vehicles (RCVs)) would return after collecting each load of rubbish for their bin collection rounds. The RCVs would, and still do deposit their 3 to 5 […]
UK Food Waste Management Companies – Collection and Treatment Services
This article discusses UK food waste management companies and the food waste collection and treatment services they offer. Waste management is a pressing concern, and one area that’s often overlooked is food waste. Did you know 70% of food waste comes from households alone? This article will delve into the role of food waste management companies, […]
The Biggest Waste Management Companies in the UK: An In-depth Look
The realm of waste management has grown tremendously over the years, and turning into a multi-billion-pound industry for the two biggest companies. The United Kingdom, in particular, has seen its waste management sector blossom due to the ever-increasing demand for efficient, environmentally friendly waste disposal and recycling services. This article delves into the biggest waste […]
Sustainable Packaging: Mars Bars Ditching Plastic for Planet-Friendly Paper
In the pursuit of Sustainable Packaging: Mars Bars has announced that it will be trailblazing paper wrappers instead of its current use of plastic. This is significant for such a large and leading company to be taking action to reduce their contribution to plastic pollution and indirectly also enhancing efforts to fight climate change. The […]
Sustainable Food Waste Recycling Solutions: Eliminating Grit and Plastics with the Seditank
This article is all about sustainable food waste recycling solutions which can be achieved by eliminating grit and plastics from the organic soup output of the Twister™ and Seditank™ depackaging machinery manufactured, supplied and serviced by the Drycake™ company. The sustainable solutions considered to be the aim of the recycling/ waste processing plant operators are: […]
Food Waste UK – Applying the Waste Hierarchy in 2023
It is important to understand important details in the way UK waste managers should apply the general rules of the waste hierarchy to the special case of food waste. The waste hierarchy is a tool that is used to guide sustainable waste management practices. It prioritizes waste reduction and prevention at the top, followed by […]
First Use of Biomethane for Transport Fuel – 1st UK Biobus – 2008 Camden Council, London
The historic first use of biomethane (now known as rCNG) in a council vehicle in the UK was in the London Borough of Camden. The fuel is now increasingly used for powering buses. The main reason for using it is its comparatively clean burning characteristics, which means fewer exhaust fumes and lower air pollution, making […]
