The dictionary definition of recycling is ‘the action or process of converting waste into reusable material’. Being in the waste management and recycling industry has provided us with a wealth of knowledge, and experience in the subject – and is something we are involved in every day. However, whilst it is second nature to us … Continued
Cromwell Polythene, experienced manufacturers and suppliers of products for the capture and containment of materials for recycling, has initiated a ‘Countdown to the Plastic Packaging Tax’ campaign. This is to support businesses and their suppliers prepare for this new policy. What is the Plastics Packaging Tax? From the 1st April 2022, this new tax of … Continued
If you are an avid reader of our blog, you will see numerous news articles with tips and advice on best practices to manage waste and recyclables. It seems only fitting the next step would be to advise on which bag would be best for your application, and bust some myths along the way. Whether … Continued
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
The waste hierarchy is a 6-step process, often displayed in a pyramid style, to provide guidance for best waste disposal practices. Starting from the top of the ‘pyramid’, consumers are encouraged to work their way down each point of the list to help manage their waste better, with the final option in the chart, option … Continued
With ten months to go until the Plastic Packaging Tax comes into effect, are you and your suppliers getting prepared? From the 1 April 2022, this new tax of £200 per metric tonne will apply to plastic packaging manufactured in, or imported into, the UK which contain less than 30% recycled plastic. Although we have … Continued
My previous blog focused on the urgency of tackling food waste, and I mentioned the benefits that compostable caddy liners can play in removing public barriers to recycling this valuable resource. Raw material shortages Clearly, compostable packaging has an important role to play in helping to tackle the food waste crisis. However, it has been … Continued
The Government has outlined plans to introduce a Plastic Packaging Tax from April 2022, which will apply to plastic packaging manufactured in, or imported into the UK that contains less than 30% recycled plastics. The objective of the government’s policy is to provide an economic incentive for businesses to use recycled material in the production of … Continued
In its annual survey of UK households’ recycling attitudes and behaviour, WRAP’s Recycling Tracker 2020 indicates levels of recycling are higher and more consistent than last year, but there is still room for improvement. For instance, on average UK households still dispose of 1.5 items that could be recycled into their rubbish collection. 82% mistakenly … Continued
Cromwell Polythene annually participates in beach cleaning and litter surveying activity on behalf of the Great British Beach Clean, and to mark Recycle Week (23 September – 29 September). A team of ten volunteers from Cromwell Polythene, which supplies products for the capture and containment of recyclables took to their local beach at Filey on … Continued