Resources

Anaerobic digestion processing systems operate in different ways. For example, material may be fed into a reactor in distinct batches, or in a continuous flow.

This project aimed to test whether black CPET trays that use alternative colourant previously shown to be successfully detected and separated automatically*, could potentially be recycled back into packaging.

A review of the current status of the household plastic film packaging recycling supply chain, incorporating collection options and emerging markets.

A study into the plastic packaging composition arriving at MRFs from established mixed plastics collections.

An increasing number of local authorities are adding non-bottle rigid plastic packaging, comprising pots, tubs and trays, to existing kerbside recycling schemes. We have produced a guide which sets out key considerations, benefits and options of taking this approach.

A case study detailing the halving of material entering the residual waste stream at Milton Keynes Materials Recovery Facility (MRF).

A case study detailing Re-Gen’s decision to adopt an environmental management system (ISO 14001) to help win customers and streamline operations.

The Recycle Now programme commissioned research to explore people’s barriers to recycling at home. This report forms part of our guidance to Local Authorities on how to create more informative, pursuasive and engaging communications campaigns. 

A communications activity to develop best practice guidance for capturing metals at the kerbside between WRAP, Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council and the Beverage Can Makers Europe (and their partners Novelis Recycling and Tata Steel).

There are a number of relevant reports and resources concerning glass collection available for both collectors and businesses. These may help you consider your role in the process.

This guide aims to help waste management companies understand how best to meet the food waste collection service requirements of NHS hospitals.