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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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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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50 Shades of Green: How to Be More Sustainable at Work
Have you ever looked into your office bin and thought, “We could do better than this”?
Being sustainable at work isn’t just about eco-friendly regulation; it addresses key pain points that many businesses face. Embracing sustainability can significantly enhance your company’s brand image, foster a positive workplace culture, and even reduce operational costs.
Get to Know: The Mental Health First Aiders at Bywaters
With 51% of long-term sick leave being due to stress, depression, or anxiety, we need to do everything we can to ensure our staff’s wellbeing. For Mental Health Awareness Week, we interview Virginia Anderson, one of our Mental Health First Aiders, to learn more about her role.
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NANDO: AI-Powered Recycling Eyes for All Facilities
Introducing the NANDO – Find out how this AI-powered monitoring camera can help businesses master their recycling rates and improve logistics.
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Webinar: Food Waste Unwrapped
Join our latest webinar, “Food Waste Unwrapped”, hosted by our Sustainability Executive, Emmanuel Skoulides, and our special guest speaker Caroline Monkhouse Flower, CEO at FEAST With Us. Our speakers will explore the impact of food waste and recent developments to tackle the matter.
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A Guide to Waste Tipping: Everything You Need to Know
Navigating the process of waste tipping can be daunting, especially if it’s not something you do frequently. In this blog post, we aim to provide you with a clear guide on how to effectively tip your waste.
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Sachinkumar Dave | Employee of the Month
We wanted to congratulate our very own Sachinkumar Dave, our on-site Bywaters Waste Operative at BNP 10 Fenchurch Avenue, for being awarded February Employee of the Month.
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UK Government Vape Ban: Its Benefits for the Planet & Recycling
The UK Government announced its plans to ban disposable E-cigarettes (otherwise known as vapes). We wrote this piece for you to discuss what this means for the public, the planet, and recycling.
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The Circular Economy Report: A New Way To Work
Bywaters has released a new report highlighting the benefits of businesses adopting circular models that minimise waste.
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Energy Saving Week 2024
Energy saving week is the theme for this week at Bywaters, and we have a lot of great tips to help you save energy around your home. These simple steps can make a big difference, from switching off appliances when not in use to using natural light wherever possible. For more information on how you can save energy and money, visit our website or follow us on social
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Sustainability Progress Report 2023
This report highlights our achievements in delivering our sustainability strategy throughout 2023. Our sustainability strategy is built on three key pillars: People, Progress and Planet which reflects our continued journey towards driving sustainable practice within our business.
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Happy Holidays from all of us at Bywaters
A Christmas Message to our Customers, Suppliers, Staff and all our Friends from Danny Ashton, Commercial Director, Bywaters (Leyton) Ltd.
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Webinar: Waste Reduction for a Greener Future
We are proud to showcase our webinar, “Waste Reduction for a Greener Future” hosted by our sustainability experts Phoebe Purcell and Emmanuel Skoulides, and special guest speaker Jose Baladron, Head of Partnerships at TRAID. This webinar will delve into why we produce so much waste and how we can reduce it, alongside some insights from the textile industry and seasonal trends.
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Bywaters’ Santa Squad Embraces Festivity and Sustainability
This December, the Bywaters team embraced the festive spirit, and swapped their work clothes for Santa suits to participate in TFA Ltd’s Santa in the City 5k run, an annual tradition that transforms participants into jolly Santas for a joyous 5km jog through London’s most iconic landmarks. Bywaters, deeply committed to environmental sustainability, partnered with TFA Ltd to repurpose the leftover Santa costumes given, diverting them from landfills and ensuring a responsible approach.
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