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Fly-Tipping in the UK: A Growing Issue in 2025
Posted on 16 April 2025

Fly-Tipping in the UK: A Growing Issue in 2025

Fly-tipping continues to plague the streets of the UK, with waste being illegally dumped in every nook and cranny—whether it’s an abandoned fridge in the countryside, bags of rubbish left outside overflowing bins, or discarded furniture blocking pavements. This illegal activity affects everyone, from homeowners to local authorities and businesses, contributing to environmental pollution, public health risks, and even reducing the attractiveness of neighbourhoods. In this blog, we’ll explore the...

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How Swedish Researchers Are Turning Medical Waste into a Recycling Revolution
Posted on 16 September 2024

How Swedish Researchers Are Turning Medical Waste into a Recycling Revolution

  In the world of environmental innovation, there's exciting news coming from Sweden that could transform how we handle plastic waste—especially from the healthcare sector. A team of researchers at Chalmers University of Technology has developed a groundbreaking method to recycle medical plastic waste into valuable resources. Here’s a closer look at how this new technique works and its potential to reshape waste management. The Plastic Waste Challenge in Healthcare...

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Waste Not, Want Not: How AI is Cleaning Up Our Recycling Game
Posted on 29 July 2024

Waste Not, Want Not: How AI is Cleaning Up Our Recycling Game

As we grapple with the mounting Everest of waste, the UK’s recycling scene is getting a futuristic facelift, thanks to Artificial Intelligence (AI) and tech-savvy innovations. This isn't just about tossing cans into blue bins anymore; it’s about using smart tech to turn our trash into treasure. Let’s dive into how AI and other advanced technologies are making recycling cooler, cleaner, and a heck of a lot more efficient. The...

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The Green Illusion: Debunking the Recyclability Claims of Big Beverage
Posted on 8 April 2024

The Green Illusion: Debunking the Recyclability Claims of Big Beverage

The Recycling Riddle: Unveiling the Truth Behind Plastic Claims In an era where environmental consciousness sits at the forefront of consumer minds, giants of the beverage industry—Coca-Cola, Danone, and Nestle—find themselves under scrutiny. Allegations have surfaced, suggesting these corporations' assertions about their plastics' recyclability might not be as clear-cut as presented. A Tangled Web of Claims Legal advocates have raised their voices to the European Commission, challenging the corporations' proclamations...

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Power-Up Your Recycling Game: How Virgin Media O2 is Tackling E-Waste
Posted on 18 March 2024

Power-Up Your Recycling Game: How Virgin Media O2 is Tackling E-Waste

Did you know that approximately 18 million old consoles are gathering dust in households across the UK? Virgin Media O2 is on a mission to change that with its 'power-up' campaign, encouraging consumers to recycle their unwanted devices and prevent electronic waste (e-waste). In this blog, we'll explore how Virgin Media O2's expanded O2 Recycle programme is making it easier than ever for Brits to trade in their old gadgets...

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How Heroic Villagers in Meriden Stopped Fly-Tippers in Their Tracks
Posted on 14 February 2024

How Heroic Villagers in Meriden Stopped Fly-Tippers in Their Tracks

A Tale of Trash: The Unwelcome Guests In the tranquil countryside of the Packington Estate near Meriden, a pair of unwelcome guests arrived uninvited, their white vans bearing ill intentions and unwanted cargo. As the sun shone overhead, they brazenly flung black bin bags and pipes onto the road, like confetti at a party nobody wanted to attend. Villagers vs. Villainy: The Showdown But little did these would-be polluters know,...

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Sprite Unwraps a Refreshing Take on Eco-Friendly Bottles
Posted on 8 February 2024

Sprite Unwraps a Refreshing Take on Eco-Friendly Bottles

Coca-Cola is bubbling up some excitement with a refreshing twist in the beverage industry. In a trial that's first of its kind in the UK, Sprite is going au naturel by ditching the labels on its 500ml bottles. This January, eco-conscious consumers will be introduced to a sleek, streamlined look for Sprite and Sprite Zero, with an embossed logo taking the spotlight on the bottle's façade. The essential details of...

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The Curious Case of Philip Taylor: Unearthing an Unusual Environmental Offense
Posted on 25 January 2024

The Curious Case of Philip Taylor: Unearthing an Unusual Environmental Offense

In the peaceful town of Scorton, nestled in North Yorkshire, an extraordinary incident has recently captured the community's attention. It's a tale that unveils unexpected twists in the world of waste disposal and serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of responsible environmental stewardship. A Peculiar Suspect Emerges Philip Taylor, at the ripe age of 70, isn't the archetypal figure you'd associate with an environmental controversy. Yet, this peculiar...

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Vegetable Oil Power: Sustainable Waste Solutions
Posted on 15 January 2024

Vegetable Oil Power: Sustainable Waste Solutions

A Deep Dive into Green Waste Management The waste management industry, particularly skip hire services, is undergoing a transformative shift towards sustainability. Mirroring the innovative steps taken by Belfast City Council, which has converted over 200 bin lorries to run on Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), skip hire companies are now adopting similar eco-friendly practices. This change signifies a broader movement in the industry towards reducing environmental impact. The HVO Revolution...

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The Pineapple Chronicles: A Skip Hire Company’s Guide to Tackling Home Waste with a Smile
Posted on 13 November 2023

The Pineapple Chronicles: A Skip Hire Company’s Guide to Tackling Home Waste with a Smile

Why Pineapples are Making Headlines in the World of Waste The spiky, green leaves that grow from the top of the plant are a unique feature of the exotic fruit. But, says the supermarket, they are typically thrown away by customers, contributing to up to 700 tonnes of food waste a year. Removing the crown during the production process will mean the leaves can either be replanted in the pineapple...

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