Waste Management
Cost of Commercial Waste Disposal UK: Keeping the Numbers Low: What UK Rubbish Really Costs
Managing rubbish costs money. UK companies know this too well, as they deal with heaps of trash every day. Every year, these businesses create 27.5 million tonnes of commercial waste and 13.6 million tonnes of industrial waste – that’s a mountain weighing 41.1 million tonnes! Tossing all that waste can eat up to 4-5% of […]
Can You Take Plaster to the Tip? Guidelines and Restrictions for Disposing of Plaster and Plasterboard Waste
Plaster and plasterboard are common in building and fixing up homes. These materials can’t just be thrown out like regular rubbish. Some recycling places take them, but you need to know the rules first. Plasterboard should not go to a landfill as it’s against the law due to environmental concerns. Also, some dangers come with […]
Sustainable Organic Waste Disposal is More Than Just a Diversion
In recent years waste management experts often talk about diverting organic waste from landfills. In this article, we explain why diversion is just the first step in a virtuous circle toward much more sustainable organic waste disposal. Read on to find out why sustainable organic waste disposal is more than just a matter of diversion. […]
Waste Removal Services Companies – Which of 8 Types is Best for You?
Waste removal services companies are an essential part of modern society, providing a vital service for households and businesses alike. From general waste to hazardous materials, waste removal services companies ensure that the rubbish we generate is collected, transported, and disposed of in a safe and responsible manner. Choosing the best waste removal services company […]
Microplastics Pollution the Threat of Plastic to Humans and Global Ocean Life
In this article, you will find out about microplastics pollution the threat of plastic which now exists to humans and global ocean life. On This Page: What is Microplastics Pollution? Where Microplastics can be found Nanoplastics Plastics Primary and secondary microplastics Breaking the Plastic Wave Confronting Ocean Plastic Pollution Microplastic Pollution in Deep-Sea Sediments From […]
How “Waste Management Licensing” Became “Environmental Permitting” in the UK
This is the story of how the old UK “Waste Management Licensing” regulations were repealed and EU IPPC regulations were implemented and called “Environmental Permitting” in the UK. “One Stop Shop” for UK Environmental Regulation A so-called, “One Stop Shop” for the environmental regulation of sites operated by the waste management industry in the UK, […]
Soil Washing Treatment of Contaminated Land
Soil washing has become an important method for cleaning up contaminated land. It was first propelled into the mainstream as a process for this purpose in the UK in 2004. The reason for this was that the summer of 2004 saw the implementation of EU Landfill Directive requirements in the UK. The implementation of EU […]
The Skip Hire Operator’s Duty of Care (UK) – Updated Legal Framework
Skip Hire operator’s Duty of Care (UK) requirements for Skip Hire Service Companies are poorly understood by the public and even by some skip hire companies and other waste transport operators. Why the UK’s Duty of Care Regulations Were Introduced for the Transport Sector Most nations suffer fly-tipping problems and the UK response has been […]
Is Home Waste Collection Frequency a Serious Problem? The Waste Concern Solution
Are you suffering from infrequent Council household (or home) waste collections of two weeks wait or longer? Do you want to forget about the hassle of separating out recyclable materials? If so, and you are in the UK you can arrange for your own waste collection service, and have a collection weekly or even more […]
Commercial Waste Collection Company Selection Facts and Tips
We found only a few articles about Commercial Waste Companies, or commercial waste collection when considering awarding our small company’s waste disposal/ recycling contract. As a result we decided to compile this article with the facts and tips we found out. What is Commercial Waste? It’s always a good idea to start with the basics, […]
34 Types of Construction Waste
Many people are asking: “What are the different types of Construction Waste?” It’s a good question and the online answers we have seen seldom list the full range of the many construction waste types which are produced. If present each one should be included in your SWMP (Site Waste management Plan). It is important to […]
Create Construction Site Waste Management Plans SWMPs in Easy Steps
In this article we explain How to Create Site Waste Management Plans (SWMPs) in Easy Steps. For the contractor this is not “just another chore” to add to the list of record keeping duties. So what will principal contractors get out of this? Surprisingly, quite a lot! This is the message according to the research […]
How to Increase Effectiveness of a Construction Waste Management System
The company “Construction Waste Management System”, was once neglected. It was even seen as a waste of time. But, it is now a central part of doing business for construction firms. In this article we look at raising the effectiveness, and the benefits from, a well-focused construction company waste management system. Gradually, people are developing […]
Disadvantages of Burning Waste and Why Not More Biogas?
The “disadvantages of burning waste“, is always a topic of great interest to those who live near proposed new incinerators. Now it is believed, more will be built. At last in the UK, the government has realised that additional waste treatment facilities are essential for the UK (in or out of the EU) if targets […]
Is a UK Waste Treatment Capacity Crisis Looming?
The question is whether there is a UK Waste Treatment Capacity Crisis looming, or not? If you have watched our teaser video on YouTube on this subject, you will no doubt be confused about the conflicting views. You are not alone! The claims and counter claims which surround this subject ARE very confusing. The reason […]
