Introduction The risk in writing opinion pieces such as this, is that one will either be thought of as an attention seeking contrarian – of which there are too many – or as a condescending bore – which is uncomfortably accurate. So, why write at all? I write this because I am concerned …
Join us for an insightful episode featuring Simon Glen, a seasoned professional with over 30 years of expertise in waste, resource management, and renewable energy. As the Director of Gather, Simon provides deep market insights, technical expertise, and financial analysis, offering valuable support to both the public and private sectors. Currently, Simon is involved in …
Episode 28 – Simon Glen Back Again – Director of Gather Read More »
The 2022 recycling figures are disappointing but have been stagnating for around a decade. More disappointing given the sums of money which have been given to local authorities since 2001. So why has there been no improvement? The answer relies on an unhappy coalescence of factors as follows but can be summarised as an absence …
In the world of waste management, the news coming from Scotland is a mix of the good a bad. The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) recently released their waste statistics for 2022, and it’s a tale of progress and challenges. Let’s delve into the highlights and understand what’s driving these changes. The Good News: Declining …
In today’s eco-conscious world, proper waste management is crucial. When it comes to Waste Upholstered Domestic Seating (WUDS) containing Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs), you’ve got to handle it right. In this blog, we’re going to explore options for managing this type of waste. So, let’s dive in! Incineration – The Way to Go! First …
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Around 70% of construction waste is soil & stones, and while over 70% of that waste is recycled, soil & stones still accounted for 38% of all the waste that was sent to landfill in Scotland (SEPA, 2018 pre COVID & cyber-attack). This is a staggering amount of material that needs to be processed correctly. It …
A GUIDE TO WM3: HOW TO CLASSIFY YOUR WASTE IN 7 SIMPLE STEPS Read More »
We understand that waste can be challenging to deal with, especially the more technical aspects, such as waste classification. This blog aims to help clear up any confusion surrounding waste classification and highlight the correct processes that we all need to follow. WHY IS WASTE CLASSIFICATION IMPORTANT? Classification allows us to identify what exactly is …
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT WASTE CLASSIFICATION Read More »
Throughout the different stages in the waste chain, the material can change hands several times before it is (hopefully) reused or recycled and given a new lease of life by being fed back into the circular economy. Construction accounts for more than 50% of the waste that is produced in Scotland, so it is …
Monday the 4th of September is the beginning of Zero Waste Week, and to mark the occasion, Brewster Brothers have created a Waste Series breaking down all you need to know about waste and waste regulations in the UK construction industry. The world is running out of natural resources, and everyone has a part to …
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On episode 19 of Rubbish Talk, we speak with Bruce McLean, you can click here to listen now . Bruce McLean has been actively involved in recycling of electrical and electronic equipment for over 25 years. He is Group Managing Director of Optimum Eco Group, parent company of CCL North Ltd (specialising in secure data …
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