Sustainability

Sheffield Recycling Centres
Posted on 3 July 2023

Sheffield Recycling Centres

If you're a resident of Sheffield and looking to dispose of your household waste responsibly, you're in the right place. Recycling centres play a crucial role in our efforts to protect the environment and promote sustainable living. They offer a convenient and eco-friendly alternative to traditional waste disposal methods. Whether you have old furniture, appliances, garden waste, or general household items that need to be discarded, these centres provide a...

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DIY Junk Removal Tips and Tricks
Posted on 6 June 2023

DIY Junk Removal Tips and Tricks

Are you tired of clutter taking over your living space? Do you wish you had a clean and organized home, free from unnecessary junk? If so, you've come to the right place! In this comprehensive guide, we will share with you some invaluable DIY junk removal tips and tricks that will help you reclaim your space and live a clutter-free life. Introduction Living with excessive junk can be overwhelming and...

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10 Tips for Caring and Sprucing up Your Lawn in an Eco-Friendly Way for Summer
Posted on 23 May 2023

10 Tips for Caring and Sprucing up Your Lawn in an Eco-Friendly Way for Summer

Tip 1: Use Organic Fertilizers | Advantages of Organic Fertilizers Tip 2: Water Wisely | Best Times to Water Tip 3: Mow Correctly | Ideal Grass Height Tip 4: Natural Pest Control | Eco-Friendly Pesticides Tip 5: Use Native Plants | Benefits of Native Plants Tip 6: Mulching | Benefits of Mulching Tip 7: Composting | How to Start Composting Tip 8: Limit Herbicide Use | Natural Weed Control Tip...

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Disposal and Recycling – How do we get rid of your waste
Posted on 3 May 2023

Disposal and Recycling – How do we get rid of your waste

Skip Waste Disposal and Recycling: A Comprehensive Guide Skip waste disposal is an essential aspect of waste management that requires careful consideration to ensure effective and responsible waste removal. When hiring a skip, it is important to understand where your waste will end up, as this can impact the environment and public health. In this guide, we will explore the different methods of skip waste disposal and their environmental impact....

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Waste less this Christmas
Posted on 20 November 2022

Waste less this Christmas

We all know that Christmas is a time of celebration, but it's also a time of excess—and not just when it comes to the food. From wrapping paper and cards to food waste, there are plenty of ways Christmas can end up being more than you bargained for! Here are our top tips for reducing waste this Christmas: -Pack your presents in reusable bags and boxes. -Buy only what you...

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8 household items you didn’t know you could recycle
Posted on 6 September 2022

8 household items you didn’t know you could recycle

Thanks to the entire country’s increased focus on sustainability, and the growth in recycling rates you’ll no doubt already know about the most common materials that can be recycled easily, including paper, cardboard, tin cans, plastic bottles, etc You’ll more than likely have a few of these items lying around your house, so when it comes time to have your annual clearout, make sure that you aren’t just throwing these...

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When to change your mattress and how to dispose of it
Posted on 1 September 2022

When to change your mattress and how to dispose of it

Sleep is one of the most important things that we need to stay healthy. Our bodies use this time heal, rejuvenate, process and rest. To ensure we get a good night's sleep we need to ensure our mattress is in good order and can give us the best rest possible. So when do we need to change our mattress?     When should I change my mattress? Most people suggest...

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Businesses paid out £3 million in commercial fly-tipping fees in last 3 years
Posted on 24 August 2022

Businesses paid out £3 million in commercial fly-tipping fees in last 3 years

Ever wondered if those business' and individuals that fly-tip ever get caught? Well they do. This is why it's important to use a compliant waste company when hiring a skip. Following a 300% increase in searches for the term ‘how to report fly-tipping’ in the past year, a new study from sustainable waste management experts, Envirovue, looks into the number of commercial fly-tipping fines handed out in the past three years and the cost...

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How to keep your bins fresh in the summer heat
Posted on 11 August 2022

How to keep your bins fresh in the summer heat

Summer is on the way but with the heat and hot weather come horrible smells from your bin. Depending where your bin is positioned it can often be unbearable. Needing some assistance on how to combat this issue? Continue reading. Why does hot weather make waste smell bad? Heat and humidity makes waste decompose faster, especially in the case of organic waste or food. This allows bacteria to grow faster...

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Man jailed for illegally importing and burning waste
Posted on 9 August 2022

Man jailed for illegally importing and burning waste

The Environment Agency reported last week (5 August) that a man has been sentenced to 14 months in prison for illegally importing and burning waste “on a large scale” at two sites in Essex. Shane Boutwell of Rivendell Vale, South Woodham Ferrers, was sentenced at Chelmsford Crown Court on 2 August after pleading guilty earlier this year, the Agency says. According to the Agency, its officers visited land at Bradwell...

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