In the most recent study, it was estimated that UK households generated around 26 million tonnes of waste in 2019, 54% of which went to landfill sites. This waste contributes to the pollution of the air and water, affecting the eco-system and impacting climate change. A lot of waste ends up in the ocean, with …
When office workers started working from home during lockdown we saw how productivity could continue outside of the workplace. Now, as flexible and remote working become more popular, 45% of businesses do not expect all their employees to be located in the office at the same time and 37% of senior decision-makers plan to relocate …
Japanese knotweed was originally brought to Britain as an ornamental garden plant but has since been classified as an invasive non-native species. It is now seen as one of the most difficult weeds to deal with. The plant is tightly regulated with legislation in place to keep it controlled. It can cause a huge problem …
As we evolve, so does the conscious notion of sustainability and our effort to help the environment. Society is becoming more aware of the damage we have caused to our atmosphere through pollution, plastics, and other unnecessary waste. Over the last ten years, the phrase ‘eco-friendly’ has revolutionised the way we live our day to …
Whether you’re moving house, just having a clear out or disposing of garden waste, hiring a skip is often the easiest and most affordable way to remove large quantities of rubbish from your home. Skip hire is convenient and flexible and there are a range of skip sizes that you can have delivered to your …
We may have to stay home for the foreseeable future but with all the lovely weather we’ve been having over the past few weeks it means there’s no better time to make the most of your garden. This is the perfect opportunity to get green-fingered and enjoy your outside space but where to start? Here …
Your garden can often be last on your list of priorities and we don’t blame you. Garden maintenance can be a tiresome job and the weather can often get in the way and before you know it your garden is overgrown and full of leaves, flowers, grass, weeds and other waste. This can make it …
Recycling is important and one of the best ways to have a positive impact in the world we live in. We must act fast as the amount of waste we are creating is increasing all the time. This is due to many factors, such as an increase in wealth meaning people are buying more products and …
Christmas junk is a perennial problem. Recycling is important all year round, but at Christmas, there always seems to be more waste around than at any other time of year. So here are some handy tips to help you do your bit for the environment and have some fun with the kids by recycling and …
It was only a decade or so ago that we saw many business owners dump rubbish outside their premises and on street curbs, waiting to be collected by local bin collectors and treasure seekers. As times have changed, so has the process of waste disposal. With rising pollution levels and growing recycling concerns, it is …
