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Not only is Bywaters an excellent company to work with on waste collection but what they bring to the table on sustainability is second to none.

Portfolio General Manager, BNP Paribas Real Estate

A very reputable company with its priorities in the right places. One couldn't ask for much more. Great to work with and would thoroughly recommend to anyone.

Building Manager, Cushman & Wakefield

I have worked with Bywaters for the last 7 months and I have found them to be reliable, trustworthy and very professional. They have a great team and will endeavour to resolve any issue. I would highly recommend them to anyone.

Category Manager, KBR

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London’s Leading Recycling Company

Bywaters is London’s leading sustainable waste management company, with services extending across the whole of the UK. We provide safe, secure and efficient waste and recycling solutions, helping various industries to better manage their waste. As well as sending zero waste to landfill, we work closely with every client to increase their recycling rates and improve sustainability through both plastic and carbon reduction. Whatever your waste management needs, we have the experience to help your business enhance its operations and ensure an eco-friendly future.

Why Us?

Solar Powered
Facilities

Our materials recovery facility gets its energy from the sun

Fleet of
Sustainable Vehicles

All our collection vehicles are low-emissions, hybrid, or fully electric

Zero Waste
Direct to Landfill

We reuse, recycle, or recover all the waste that we collect

Dedicated
Sustainability Managers

Bywaters customers get personal support from one of our Green Gurus

Bespoke
Reporting

Your waste management data can be accessed at the click of a button

Our Waste Management Services

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A Company on a Mission

Bywaters is more than just a recycling company. We aim to lead the UK towards a sustainable future, protecting it for generations to come. Our waste management services are founded on our commitment to improving the environment, while our team of Green Gurus work in partnership with clients to provide sustainability consultancy. We are always enhancing our waste management operations to reduce our own carbon footprint — whether that’s by adding more electric vehicles to our waste collection fleet or installing 4,000 solar panels to power our facility in Bow.

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In the Last Year…

Tonnes of Waste Diverted from Landfill

Trees Saved by Recycling Materials

Kwh of Energy Generated by Our Solar Panels

What's Going On

Are all types of plastic bad?

17/06/2021 Ben Beagley

Plastic is everywhere nowadays. We use it for almost everything, from shopping bags and food packaging, to cutlery, dinnerware and water bottles — it’s seemingly unavoidable. With the likes of David Attenborough and Greta Thunberg campaigning for change, we all know that synthetic materials aren’t good for the environment. But the question is, are all plastics bad? Here we explore whether this is true or not.

Bywaters are partnering with the Zero Waste Awards

04/06/2021 Ben Beagley

We’re excited to show our support for the sustainable transformation of UK businesses, by announcing our sponsorship of the Healthcare category at the Zero Waste Awards!

What is the waste hierarchy?

18/05/2021 Ben Beagley

Recycle, Incinerate, Upcycle, Reuse – there are so many terms used when disposing of waste that it’s difficult to know what to do. Luckily for you, there is an easy tool to ensure you’re as sustainable as possible – The Waste Hierarchy.

How to be more sustainable working from home

20/04/2021 Bywaters

With thousands of employees working from home, it’s easy to believe we’re living more sustainably as a result. However, it’s not as simple as that. We’re having more screen time, takeaways, and parcels delivered than ever before, and these aren’t always eco-friendly. To help you be more sustainable while working from home, we’ve got some great tips for you.

COVID-19 – Customer Service Update

09/04/2021 Ben Beagley

As the government slowly begins to ease lockdown restrictions, we wanted to reassure you that Bywaters continues to provide service, clearance and PPE disposal support to assist businesses getting back to normal.

4 Tips for a more sustainable Easter

26/03/2021 Ben Beagley

It’s Easter, what better time to relax and enjoy egg-cessive amounts of chocolate with your family. With all the egg-citement, it’s easy to forget the impact our actions have on the environment. To help reduce your impact this Easter, we have put together four helpful tips.

5 DIY Tips to Decorate Your Home

25/03/2021 Andrew Chu

We have spent more time at home over the past year, which has caused a DIY boom. There is a growing trend of upcycling reusable materials as home decorations. After all, it is one of the most sustainable ways to beautify your home. We have picked five of our favourite DIY ideas that you might want to try.

Can lateral flow tests be disposed of with other non-recyclables?

08/03/2021 Ken Ogura

The disposal of the lateral flow test kits and supporting PPE has been up for debate. Recent government advice has provided clarity on the required procedure.

What is Anaerobic Digestion?

18/02/2021 Ken Ogura

Anaerobic digestion is an environmentally friendly alternative to landfills, which may sound complicated but it is fairly simple to understand. Anaerobic digestion is a natural process which allows microorganisms to break down organic matter, releasing biogas which is then captured and converted into renewable energy.

Our sustainable approach to supporting the NHS during the pandemic

15/02/2021 Ben Beagley

The coronavirus pandemic has put a spotlight on healthcare waste management. Throughout a difficult year working on the frontline, Bywaters continues to offer a dynamic approach centred around sustainability.

100+ Facts on recycling & sustainability

03/02/2021 Ken Ogura

Temperature rising, sea levels increasing and wildlife slowly going extinct. Understanding the effects of global warming and how we can prevent it is extremely important to save our planet from environmental damage. Here are 100+ facts on recycling & sustainability to help you make an impact in the fight against global warming.

5 Tips for Staying Waste-Free at the Office

18/01/2021 Geraldine Mills

We understand that living a sustainable life can be challenging, especially in the workplace. However, creating a carbon-neutral habit comes with added benefits, including increased productivity and better health. Here is how you can be more green in your office.

Bywaters achieve ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and ISO 9001 certifications

14/01/2021 Ben Beagley

Bywaters commitment to quality, health and safety and environmental management ensure our clients and employees benefit from our continual improvement approach. We are proud to have achieved the rigorous certifications against ISO 14001, ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 9001:2015.

Bywaters’ COVID-19 update

07/01/2021 Ben Beagley

As the the UK moves into national lockdown, Bywaters continues to provide service as normal to support our clients waste management needs.

3 Easy Bank Holiday recipes

26/12/2020 Ken Ogura

To prevent food waste, revive your Christmas dinner this boxing day with these 3 easy Christmas leftover recipes.

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