Resources

An update to the 2006 report, reviewing high quality Life Cycle Assessments from around the world to assess the impact of alternative waste management options for a range of materials, and discuss the findings for each material in the context of the UK.

This full report summarises the project into the development of practical guidance documents and templates to assit with the implementation of Quality, Environmental and Health & Safety management system in a MRF.  The report summarises the methods and advantages of implementing a Quality Management System (QMS) and includes time and cost savings associated with using defined templates and implementation methods.

This report provides bulk density data for commonly collected material streams, taking into account container types and how the materials are collected (vehicle types). It provides data that will be useful in planning and managing collection and handling systems for recyclable materials.