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Keeping Food Fresher for Longer

Rotting food waste can often be a key contributing factor to a smelly bin in summer, which is why we are exploring the subject of food waste, the often forgotten form of waste we don’t always put a lot of thought into. A WRAP study saw in 2019 the UK produced around 9.5 million tonnes of … Continued

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Summer Scents & Managing Residential Waste

The spring/summer season is upon us, with nights getting lighter and the weather getting warmer. Whatever season we enter, waste is guaranteed and must be handled appropriately, however, the change in seasons should prompt us to take additional waste management steps. Scents of Summer The warmer weather is excellent for crops and agriculture but can … Continued

Handy tips to handle your household waste more effectively by Cromwell Polythene

Domestic Waste Pilling Up? Here are Some Handy Handling Tips

Homes, businesses, schools all create varying levels and types of waste. Whilst much of our waste can be recycled, there are still some forms of waste that are classed as general domestic waste and its end of life is landfill. There are some types that are unrecyclable – wet wipes, black plastic, tissues to name … Continued

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Focus on Litter – why, where & how to prevent

Keep Britain Tidy shares the shocking statistic that more than two million pieces of litter are dropped in the UK every day. This costs the taxpayers over £1 billion a year for street cleaning around UK streets, beaches, and countrysides. As we celebrate another year of the GB Spring Clean, it highlights the problems with … Continued

The Importance of Good Waste Management as explained by Cromwell Polythene

The Importance Of Good Waste Management

Waste creation is an unavoidable aspect of life, for individuals, households, and businesses. From rubbish that is sent to landfills, to waste which can be recycled, this must all be managed in an appropriate manner to best facilitate the planet. This is where the importance of good waste management comes into play. What waste goes … Continued

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Litter is damaging our planet – but who is at fault?

Our streets, countrysides, beaches, and waterways are often plagued with litter and waste, not only is this an unappealing sight, but it is also damaging to our environment and wildlife. Even for those who may have not witnessed or noticed a litter problem themselves, media and online outlets such as social media, are quick to … Continued

Meal planning can help to reduce food waste - Cromwell Polythene

Sustainable New Years Recycling Resolutions

January has come round again, and as we make plans for 2022, many of us have ambitious plans on how to make the new year a success. Over the past few years, more and more of us have shown an interest in sustainability and supporting a circular economy – many of these newfound interests get … Continued

Common Recycling Mistake Which Could Be Doing More Harm Than Good

Common Recycling Mistake Which Could Be Doing More Harm Than Good

Recycling and good waste management are becoming far more recognised and well known, with all UK councils offering recycling collections and more supermarkets and businesses are also offering other recycling schemes. Whilst many of us claim to have a good understanding of recycling methods, there are some common mistakes that happen frequently when it comes … Continued

Good Recycling & Waste Segregation Is Helping The Planet - Cromwell

How Recycling & Waste Segregation Is Helping The Planet

In a recent question and answer at Downing Street, the Prime Minister told the audience of children that recycling plastic “doesn’t work” and “is not the answer”. However, we amongst many other industry and environmental experts are in disagreement with these statements and prepare to share evidence on just how well recycling and waste segregation … Continued