News from The Waste Place

How aware are we of the small changes we could make to have a much larger impact on our future and the environment....
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Published on: 27th February 2018

Our views on your options as you decide how to have your waste removed, we find an unbiased view offers the best truths....
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Published on: 18th February 2018

A look at the issues around festival sites' waste management and recycling, with a few examples of solutions that are working well....
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Published on: 17th February 2018

Our ideas on Facebook ads and influencers: a very basic introduction to the topic....
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Published on: 16th February 2018

A basic introduction to using a waste transfer station, why you might go and what you need....
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Published on: 15th February 2018

Our views and ideas on advertising in the waste industry....
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Published on: 14th February 2018

A few tips to save money on your trade waste, how to keep that waste removal bill down....
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Published on: 13th February 2018

What does it mean to Partner your waste business with the Waste Place, what can you expect from us? What does it cost? Can I list for free? Are you really not a broker?...
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Published on: 22nd January 2018

What is the answer to ensuring plastic bottles are recycled? What is the deposit return scheme? Does it really work? Our simple article making it clear and easy for a simple answer....
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Published on: 21st January 2018

Latest news on the UK's ban on plastic micro beads, what are they? and what are they in?...
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Published on: 17th January 2018

Our brief explanation of WEEE Waste,, what this is and what does this mean to you....
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Published on: 16th January 2018

What is the Latte Levy? Our simple explanation of the goverments Latte Levy, why it has come about, and what this means for you....
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Published on: 15th January 2018

Our social campaign to create a social wave supporting the environment, how much time do you have, one second, one minute or one hour. By working together we believe we can all make a difference....
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Published on: 14th January 2018

Explanation of which items and materials cannot go in your normal household recycling bin, even though you probably think they can....
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Published on: 7th December 2017

Do skip companies recycle? What happens to you waste when a skip is taken away? An article about the journey your waste goes on, from being taken away, to it's ultimate destination....
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Published on: 7th December 2017

Introduction to the Clean Ocean App, an inspiring project to help communicate, build networks and initiate clean-up projects for trash, litter and plastic waste on beaches....
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Published on: 6th December 2017

What happens to low grade (really rubbish!) waste wood? A brief explanation of the process....
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Published on: 29th November 2017

What happens to all your grass cuttings, old flower and hedge cuttings if you have them taken away by a waste company, or local authority? Mostly, they get turned into compost and soil. Here's how!...
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Published on: 29th November 2017

Basic rundown of scrap metal types and how to get the best value out of mixed metals and identify different metal types....
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Published on: 27th November 2017

Basic information on the paper and card recycling industry....
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Published on: 27th November 2017

I little about the Bric-a-brac and rags recycling/reuse industry....
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Published on: 27th November 2017

Man and Van clearance services can be great businesses with plenty of work and opportunity. This lists some advice on how to make it work for you, and increase profits in the business....
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Published on: 27th November 2017

A brief bit of information on plastic recycling....
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Published on: 27th November 2017

The waste industry is really behind others in use of social media for promotion. Here's a bit of info and some advice to get going. Geared towards the waste industry, but relevant as general informati...
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Published on: 27th November 2017

Most trades persons save their scrap copper up till Christmas, and then take it to a local scrap yard. These are a few points to consider if that is your plan!...
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Published on: 27th November 2017

Brief explanation of Refuse Derived Fuel and Solid Recovered Fuel, otherwise known as RDF and SRF...
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Published on: 24th November 2017

A simple and clear guide to using and hiring skips for waste and rubbish clearance....
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Published on: 24th November 2017

A simple explanation of how brokers work with skip and waste disposal business, and what they do....
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Published on: 24th November 2017

How to register to be a waste carrier, dealer and broker...
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Published on: 24th November 2017

Advice on how to clear out the rubbish and waste from your shed or garage....
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Published on: 24th November 2017

What you should do with your Christmas tree after Christmas....
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Published on: 24th November 2017

Brief advice on disposing of large, bulky waste and rubbish, like old sofa's, arm chairs, beds, mattresses, furniture...
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Published on: 24th November 2017

A few thoughts about fridges and freezers and our views...
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Published on: 24th November 2017

What is the problem with just throwing away a fridge or freezer? And what are you supposed to do with it?...
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Published on: 24th November 2017

Short guide on the key points on a man and van waste/rubbish clearance service....
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Published on: 24th November 2017

Start of our campaign to get people thinking about what wrapping paper they use at Christmas! Many common types cannot be recycled, even if you put them in your recycling bin....
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Published on: 24th November 2017

A brief guide to the best way for builders and trades people to dispose of the waste generated on jobs. Looking mainly at small to medium size work, offering considerations, options and advice on weig...
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Published on: 23rd November 2017