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Paper Recycling: Unfolding its Benefits
The UK uses around 10 million tonnes of paper every year, ever wonder what becomes of it once it’s tossed away? We wrote this educational piece to delve into how paper is recycled, its benefits, what happens to unrecycled paper and expert advice.
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Food Waste Recycling: Turning Waste into Value
New UK regulations on food waste recycling will impact households and businesses. Learn how these changes, including the push for anaerobic digestion, aim to create a more sustainable, circular economy
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World Cleanup Day activities: How you can help
Discover incredible World Cleanup Day activities you and your friends can join to make a positive impact on the environment. Explore opportunities for beach cleanups, tree planting, and more!
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Reducing Waste By Reusing Everyday Items
To celebrate Zero Waste Week, we will showcase methods of reusing everyday items to reduce the amount of waste we create in the UK, so you can be more eco-friendly and trendy.
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10 Interesting Items You Didn’t Know Could Be Recycled
In 2021, UK households generated 27.7 million tonnes of waste, of which 44.6% were recycled. Ever wondered what sort of items these might include? We wrote a list of 10 interesting recyclable items and their processes that might surprise you.
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Carbon reduction and carbon offsetting guide
Understanding and tracking your carbon footprint may seem complex, but there are many tools available to help simplify the process. This carbon reduction and carbon offsetting guide will help you understand your environmental footprint and make your future more sustainable.
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How can you Make your Hotel More Sustainable
Discover actionable strategies for making your hotel more sustainable. From energy efficiency and waste reduction to engaging guests in green initiatives, this guide offers practical tips to enhance your hotel’s environmental impact and attract eco-conscious travellers
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How To Improve Recycling In Schools & Universities
This article will discuss the importance of waste management for the education sector, the common types of waste produced in educational institutions and how to deal with them to make schools and universities more sustainable.
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The Dangers of Battery Disposal
Batteries are everywhere, powering many of the devices that are essential to modern life. However, the majority of fires in the waste management industry are caused by the incorrect disposal of batteries. This is why Bywaters works closely with our clients to provide safe and sustainable battery recycling solutions.
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Webinar: How Plastic & Waste Impacts Our Environment
Check out our latest webinar, “How Plastic & Waste Impacts Our Environment”, hosted by our Sustainability Executive, Emmanuel Skoulides, and our special guest speaker Flora from Washed Up Cards. This webinar will explore plastic and other waste, the legislation tackling it, as well as key insights from Washed Up Cards.
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Glass Recycling: A Clear Benefit for the Environment and Business
Many businesses in the hospitality, event, facility, and property sectors generate glass waste daily and have the potential to significantly improve their glass recycling and reuse practices. Let’s address these challenges and explore actionable steps towards a more sustainable future.
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Plastic Free July Ideas with Bywaters: Cut Your Footprint
To support the plastic-free movement, with over 85 million participants from over 190 countries, we at Bywaters will show you how you can take part in Plastic Free July this month and beyond.
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Sustainable Activities to Do with Your Kids This Summer
Summer has arrived! Ready to enjoy clear skies, warm days, and long, lazy evenings with your family? To make your summer even more memorable and sustainable, check all the different activities that you can do to spend more quality time with your kids and keep them entertained until school starts again!
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Waste Guide: What Happens To Waste?
Where does waste go? We’re proud to announce the launch of our Waste Guide. This document serves as a comprehensive guide to sustainable waste disposal. It also showcases your waste’s journey when it is handled by our network of sustainable partners. We hope this document will be useful for you…
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Waste Management in Sports: A Spotlight on Euro 2024
Can major sports events be environmentally responsible? Discover how Euro 2024 is leading the way with effective waste management and green practices. Learn how they are setting new sustainability standards for future events!
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