15 July 2026
Donating our unwanted items feels like the right thing to do – but where do they go next? Take a closer look at how reuse systems work, and why their success depends on what we put into them.
Read more9 July 2026
Circular Economy Lead looks at the recently launched ISO 59000 family of standards, and asks how they can support the global adoption of circular practices.
Read more30 June 2026
The UK Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) has long sat in the background of local authority waste conversations. That is changing.
Read more17 June 2026
Do we really need the kaleidoscope of colours used for recycling containers across UK? And, if not, is there any way to easily standardise this?
Read more30 April 2026
In an uncertain world, circularity is a business imperative. Discover how circular economy strategies cut costs, unlock new revenue, build resilience, and prepare organisations for rising risks and expectations.
Read more27 April 2026
The latest English local authority recycling rates show areas with high amounts of communal collections are often among the lowest performing. How can this be turned around?
Read more2 March 2026
25% of English councils are going to miss the 31st March deadline for mandatory food waste collections. What does this mean for Simpler Recycling?
Read more15 December 2025
Residents tend to object to any reduction in residual waste collection frequency – but do the numbers stack up to support a less frequent service?
Read more8 December 2025
With so many turbines now in operation – and more being installed each year – the pressing need for circular solutions to onshore wind farm decommissioning that reuse the full range of materials used in construction is apparent.
Read more18 November 2025
A three-step approach to help for governments and industry tackle marine litter from fishing and aquaculture.
Read more8 October 2025
Resource Futures’ Ann Stevenson outlines how circularity can drive sustainable outcomes in the pharmaceutical industry
Read more28 August 2025
Our Consultant Katie Reid shares expert insights on navigating the investment and support landscape and how to fast track winning collaborations to help your business embrace circular practices.
Read more15 May 2025
Our Policy lead Susan Evens recently joined the Beyond Waste podcast, chatting to CIWM and WWF on how fiscal and financial policies can pave the way to a circular UK economy.
Read more17 April 2025
Skillshares are a fantastic way to unite individuals with diverse passions and goals, creating a community platform to inspire, learn, and collaborate on positive actions.
Read more27 March 2025
The recent Network of Environmental Educators Devon (NEED) event, supported by Resource Futures, provided much needed insight and support for educators looking to shape schools’ climate plans.
Read more22 January 2025
Sam Reeve, CEO At Resource Futures we know that we can’t afford to waste the planet. We need to rebalance our relationship with resources if we are to deliver a future where organisations, people, and communities can thrive. This thinking has been at the heart of the company since we were founded in 2006 when …
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Read more30 October 2024
Resource Futures’ director Gwen Frost considers the pressures that local authorities are under and suggests how they can adapt their operations to meet new requirements and bring down costs.
Read more17 October 2024
An often overlooked but vital element of community action is how collaboration acts as the cornerstone that drives success.
Read more7 October 2024
For councils about to introduce separate food collections, there’s a lot to think about: new vehicles, containers, tipping locations and additional staff all need to be considered and paid for. But what about their communications with residents and businesses?
Read more31 July 2024
Geographic information systems (GIS) provide a more visual way of understanding data. But how can GIS maps help to bring about sustainable outcomes?
Read more15 July 2024
We’ve seen first-hand how volunteering days can give our people a renewed sense of purpose, deepen connections and create a sense of community.
Read more14 June 2024
This Sunday marks World Refill Day, a day of action designed to accelerate the transition away from single-use materials and towards refill and reuse.
Read more28 May 2024
Washable nappies have proven the environmental and cost-saving benefits of switching to reusable. Could washable period products be next?
Read more3 May 2024
While a growing number of outdoor companies are addressing the environmental impacts of their clothing and accessory lines, there remains a significant blind spot: circularity in the sports and outdoor equipment sector.
Read more27 April 2023
Caroline Beardkins, HR Manager at Resource Futures, explains how we are uniquely positioned to ‘go beyond’ for our people, to help them grow and thrive.
Read more26 April 2023
Gloucestershire Real Nappy Project advisors, Kirstie Clarke and Lucy Hague, share different strategies for buying and using cloth nappies, as well as tips for optimal drying.
Read more19 April 2023
A blueprint for anyone with an interest in developing repair and reuse initiatives, and in finding routes to engaging new audiences.
Read more25 January 2022
Rather like our response to the global pandemic which has delayed it, I do have hope that COP26 could be the catalyst for significant change.
Read more25 November 2021
Rather like our response to the global pandemic which has delayed it, I do have hope that COP26 could be the catalyst for significant change.
Read more1 November 2021
Rather like our response to the global pandemic which has delayed it, I do have hope that COP26 could be the catalyst for significant change.
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