We all know that recycling is a great idea – after all, it makes perfect sense. Yet many people – including business owners – still don’t understand what exactly it is, or how to implement it in their enterprise in an efficient way. What’s more, they don’t always see the financial benefits an efficient recycling process has to offer. In fact, just a little more awareness often leads to a great recycling scheme that is not only great for the environment, but for the bottom line at the end of your business month as well.
Recycling is not just the process of segregating and making sure that some waste can later on be used again; it’s the process of understanding that certain waste products are actually valuable raw materials some companies crave and are willing to pay for. Here’s why recycling waste is a great solution for your business waste.
Recycling Revisited
You know what recycling is – but then again, do you really? Only 17.7% of all waste is recycled in the UK, whilst many researchers claim that figure should and could be much higher. Here are some of the items that can be recycled:
- Paper
- Cardboard
- Plastics
- Glass
- Wood
- Other construction materials, such as bricks and stones
- Metal
- Organic materials
Your Environment
Most waste is either incinerated or placed in a landfill, and this of course harms the environment. Not only that, it drives local housing prices down and harms the economic opportunities in the area. By reducing pollution, we save the environment – and create jobs, too!
Benefits to your Business
Too few business managers understand that proper waste handling and proper commercial waste disposal and management can actually lead to higher profits in the business. Baling or compacting waste, for example, leads to fewer waste collection times, and this reduces costs.
Where to Start?
It’s always a good idea to take a look at exactly what kind of waste you produce – this alone will let you understand the problem and find new ways to deal with it.
The verdict on recycling has long been out: there are simply too many benefits for individuals, businesses, communities, and the environment. When businesses don’t recycle properly, it’s usually not because they are uncaring or insensitive; more often than not it’s because they are ignorant of the opportunities or haven’t found an efficient system yet. But recycling is much easier than you may think, and a simple examination of the kind of waste you produce is often all it takes: a little more awareness often sets you off in the right direction. And don’t forget that there is professional help out there: waste disposal contractors have lots of experience and can give you invaluable hints and tips.