Waste minimisation & recycling.

The importance of minimising and recycling waste has gained in profile over recent years. Landfill capacity is set to decrease over the next two decades and legislation, such as the Landfill Directive, in addition to producer responsibility initiatives, which specify percentages of waste to be recovered and recycled, have been key drivers for the introduction of waste minimisation and recycling initiatives.

Key waste minimisation and recycling activities carried out by the company include:

Waste Audits

• Review and analysis of materials presented for disposal
• Review of minimisation and recycling potential of waste production processes
• Educational analysis of processes for waste minimisation
• Identification of recycling outlets

Waste Minimisation studies

• Assessment of local community behaviour and attitudes to waste management
• Use of education and enforcement processes
• Work with local communities to encourage involvement
• Assessment of local issues and barriers

Recycling alternatives

• Assessment of local recycling schemes
• Review of household/municipal waste data
• Development of waste recovery initiatives

Composting

• Identification of the suitable waste streams
• Review of existing waste treatment facilities
• Advice on the treatment process to suit a particular situation

Recovered material market evaluation

• Evaluation of current markets for recyclables
• Advice on disposal routes for the recyclate
• Development of contracts with the reprocessors