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World Oceans Day 2026
World Oceans Day 2026 highlights the critical ocean plastic crisis. Explore facts, global efforts, and Bywaters’ advanced solutions, creating a circular economy for our oceans.
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World Environment Day – Climate Action
Celebrate World Environment Day 2026 by joining the global effort to beat climate change. Learn actionable steps you can take, and see how Bywaters is contributing to a cleaner London.
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Volunteering Activities: An Expert Guide to London & UK Volunteering
Did you know June is full of opportunities to make a real difference for the planet and your community? In this article, we will list some volunteering activities we frequently undertake, their purpose and benefits, as well as our advice on how to organise and undertake them.
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How to Teach Your Children About Recycling
With so many waste options available in 2023, it’s important we’re intentional about teaching the next generation how to recycle and manage waste effectively.
Whether you’re a teacher, parent or older sibling, we’ve listed some ways you can teach your children how to best take care of their rubbish.
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Services that can Help you Grow your Business
London is a great place to start a business, but it can be overwhelming – Sometimes you need an expert consultant. In this article, we list a businesses that offer services that can take your company to the next level.
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Increase your Office Recycling with these Quick Hacks
Office are places which generates loads of rubbish. From basic everyday items such as sheets of paper, paperclips, staples, cardboard and more. However, Here are ways you can increase recycling initiatives in your office with a few easy hacks! To improve sustainability and and decrease your carbon footprint.
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Stop Food Waste Day 2026: 5 Ways to Make Every Bite Count
Food waste is a major issue for the planet, but how can we stop it? There are a few useful ways to do so. – We put together this article outlining some surprising ways in which we can help reduce food waste together.
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Get to Know: Our SHEQ Team
Meet our trusted SHEQ team. Some of you may be asking yourselves what is SHEQ? Many people may not know, but it plays an important role in a company such as ours.
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Earth Day 2026: Our Power, Our Planet
Discover Earth Day 2026 and ways to take action, including cleanups, tree planting, and sustainability education with Bywaters’ eco-friendly initiatives.
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The Bywaters Waste Audit: Precision Intelligence for a Circular Economy
We’ve put together this article to break down our waste audits, and what they can do for you and the environment.
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5 Common Recycling Mistakes in the UK and How to Avoid Them
You won’t believe how common these recycling errors are. There are a 5 common recycling mistakes to keep in mind when recycling in the United Kingdom. Click here to find out and how to avoid them.
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Decoding the Labels: Your Guide to Recycling Symbols
There are so many recycling symbols in the UK, it can be confusing to know what to do. Our handy guide breaks down the symbols to make recycling easy.
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Global Recycling Day 2026: Why the ‘Seventh Resource’ is More Important Than Ever
On 18th March, we celebrate Global Recycling Day, highlighting the importance of reducing waste, conserving resources, and cutting carbon emissions. With over 2 billion tonnes of waste generated annually, recycling is more crucial than ever. Discover how Bywaters is leading the way in sustainability and how you can make a difference.
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Valentine’s Day: History, Tradition, and Its Modern Impact
This post traces the evolution of Valentine’s Day from ancient Roman rituals to a global commercial event. It highlights the holiday’s hidden environmental impact and offers a guide to celebrating sustainably through “Circular Romance” and waste reduction.
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Plastic Recycling: Why Are Some Types Harder to Process Than Others?
Some plastics recycle easily, while others are difficult or impractical to process at scale. This article explains why material type, packaging design, contamination and recycling infrastructure all play a role, and what businesses can do to improve plastic recycling outcomes in the UK.
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