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Maxine Mayhew, Biffa's COO of Collections and Specialist Services joined the Leaders in Waste panel at the ESS event yesterday, and discussed key topics such as the impact of recent regulations, decarbonisation, and collaboration to reduce waste and recover resources. What are your thoughts on these key issues? How do you think we can best tackle these challenges together? Share your ideas and let's continue the conversation!

We caught up with Roger Wright, our Waste Strategy & Packaging Manager, on what's coming up at the ESS event, including valuable insights and clarity around packaging policies, and how these changes will impact businesses moving forward. Watch below 👇

Great news! Biffa has acquired L&S Waste Management, a leading construction and demolition waste operator in Hampshire. This acquisition reinforces Biffa’s strategy to grow low-carbon recycling solutions for local authorities and industrial customers across the UK. It also increases the amount of recycled products available to the construction industry. L&S will continue to trade under its well-established brand, ensuring continuity and high-quality service for new and existing customers. They will benefit from Biffa’s extensive resources and expertise, enabling more customers to meet their carbon reduction commitments. We look forward to this partnership and the opportunities it brings. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3XnlY2u

Happy World EV Day! 🚛🔌 Biffa is thrilled to be shortlisted for a National Recycling Award in the Partnership Excellence category for our electric refuse fleet in Manchester! Since launching the UK's largest 27-truck EV fleet in 2021, we’ve grown to 158 eco-friendly vehicles across the UK. We urge the government to support EV adoption with the right policies, shared charging infrastructure, and zero-emission zones to drive innovation and improve air quality. Let’s keep pushing for a Net Zero future! #EVDay #Manchester #NetZero #Innovation

Did you know 18% of all waste in the UK is managed illegally, often without disposing businesses’ knowledge? Watch the video to check if your waste operator is compliant 👇

What if we could reduce single-use items and switch to recyclable alternatives? Using single-use items like shrink wraps, cleaning wipes, plastic film, and polystyrene may seem convenient, but it comes at a cost to your business and the environment. Watch the video below to discover simple ways to reduce single-use waste, save money, and be more sustainable.

Hard-to-recycle materials can significantly impact businesses, resulting in higher costs, environmental risks, and regulatory challenges. But ‘what iff’ we could rethink manufacturing waste? We help manufacturers with hard-to-recycle materials, such as unused PPE facemasks. Working with innovative partners, we transform them into something new, like dog beds. Watch the video below and learn more here: https://bit.ly/48oHEyV

What exactly should be placed in the plastics, metal and cartons recycling bin?    Can aerosol cans, coffee cup lids, and crisp packets be recycled?     To assist your business in identifying recyclable items, we've prepared a handy guide to help you navigate what can be recycled👇  

Did you know that paper and cardboard can be recycled, but they need to be dry and free from contamination like oils or food residues?      To help your business navigate recycling and become more sustainable, we’ve prepared a handy guide. Check it out below! 👇 

Come check out the newly opened 13th Community Shop at the old Hoyland Town Hall! The old Hoyland Town Hall is now back in use and serving the public through Biffa’s surplus redistribution business, Company Shop. Thanks to funding from Coca-Cola Europacific Partners and Barnsley Council, we've opened our latest community shop store, providing valuable, ongoing support to thousands of local families 👨👨👦👦. To learn more about the incredible work of Company Shop Group, visit: https://bit.ly/3zyXmf8