Quality of recyclate outputs

More recycling, less rejection

It’s obviously important to make it simple for people to recycle their waste. The easier it is the more likely people will use the facility - leading to higher recycling rates and less waste.

But it’s equally important to make sure that the recycled material you collect is of high quality. If recyclates contain less contamination the options for reprocessing increase considerably and, even better, they can fetch a higher value.

How we can help

Resource Futures can help you monitor contamination of household waste at Kerbside, MRF (Material Recycling Facilities), HWRC’s and Bring sites, as well as Commercial waste streams. Our team of experienced waste analysis specialists will make sure that data is gathered and accurate statistics delivered in the most cost effective way.

Once the data has been analysed, we can work with you to decide the best way to reduce contamination. There are a number of ways we can do this, including:

• Communication strategies and plans

• School education projects

• Face-to-face doorstepping, waste doctors and enforcement

• Advice on service, food waste liners, vehicle design and type of receptacles etc

By putting together the right combination we can make sure that contamination of your recyclate is reduced, while its value is increased.

Project Synopses

Assessing Bulky Waste in Northern Ireland

Resource Futures carried out a comprehensive review of bulky wastes in Northern Ireland. The review considered quantities arising, types, sources and destinations of bulky waste materials; and importantly the capacity for reuse of such material.The report is intended to be a useful contribution to the waste prevention strand of the Northern Ireland Waste Management Strategy.

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, Good Practice Guidance

Whilst Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) recycling activity is firmly established in the UK, its collection and treatment is a rapidly growing and evolving sector. WRAP research reveals that the average household has 3 old or broken WEEE items stored in the home, therefore there are millions of items out there just waiting to be collected…

Healthcare Waste: An Infectious Issue?

The NHS produces an average of 250,000 tonnes of waste a year at a cost of some £40+ million. Quantities of healthcare waste and the associated treatment and disposal costs are on the increase. Coupled with budget constraints within the system, the NHS now more than ever needs to be prudent with its use of resources.