A Deposit Return Scheme has been on the government’s agenda for a while. Now it’s official; it’s happening. From 2025, recycling plastic bottles and drink cans in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland will become much easier. The best thing? You will earn money for recycling plastic bottles and cans!
One of the common complaints about recycling is that it’s confusing. There are all the bags, boxes, and bins you need to get your head around. Then there’s the fact that the rules and provisions vary widely depending on where you are in the UK. So how should you organise your recycling? Let’s look.
Lithium-ion batteries have only been on market since the 1990s, but they’ve made a big impact. They’re small and efficient, and you can use them in a wide range of appliances from smartphones to laptops. However, on the flip side, there are questions about their safety. Here's why you should always recycle lithium-ion batteries properly.
The pandemic virtually shut society down. We all stayed at home. We shopped online and ordered takeaways. That meant most of us produced more waste. So what was the knock-on effect on our recycling efforts? What effect did the pandemic have on recycling?
Amid more warnings of climate doom from the COP27 conference, some cities won awards for their green initiatives. Here are the award-winning greenest cities of 2022.
Pedal bins have long been a popular choice in any kitchen or in the workplace. But with so many different models on the market, how do you know which one is the best buy for you? You might just find your perfect match in our top 5 recycling kitchen bin.
Do you recycle as much as you can, or is there room for improvement? Recycling can feel confusing and time-consuming at the best of times. However, the next time you feel fed up with making an effort, consider this. There’s a dog with a knack for recycling plastic bottles, and he might even recycle more than you! Introducing Scruff the Eco dog.
Hard hats provide workers with essential protection from falling objects and other hazards. However, did you know that they are just another waste stream if they’re not recycled? The UK throws millions of hard hats away every year. But the good news is, one hard hat recycling scheme is changing the game.
Many of the things we use in our everyday lives contain batteries. From your car to your smartphone, laptop, kids’ toys, and more, they all have them. So what happens when these batteries die? Hands up if you put them in a random drawer because you have no idea what to do with them. Our guide to battery recycling might just help you figure it out.
When it comes to recycling, light bulbs are often high up on the ‘how on earth do I recycle this?’ list. Disposing of light bulbs properly is all in the type of light bulb. Some you can recycle and some you can not. Here’s our ultimate guide on how to recycle light bulbs.