Retail Waste

Efficient waste management is crucial in the retail sector to minimise landfill waste and safeguard the environment. At easywaste, we appreciate the challenges that retailers encounter in handling their daily waste. We provide a variety of collection and disposal services to help retailers manage their waste effectively.

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Retail Disposal

Whether you run a quaint village shop or a bustling airport mall, efficient and budget-friendly retail waste management is crucial. At easywaste, we partner with retailers of all sizes to streamline your waste disposal with our specialised retail waste collection services.

Retailers generate various types of waste that can impact both their surroundings and the environment. As a responsible business owner, it’s essential to understand the origin and destination of your waste.

Types Of Retail Waste

We operate on a zero landfill policy, so aim to ensure as much waste in retail as possible is recycled or reused. Some of the common disposal and recycling methods for retail waste types include:

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Food waste

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Glass recycling

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Plastics

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WEEE waste

Retail Waste Containers

240-Litre Waste Bin

A standard two-wheel bin that can be used for just food or glass waste, or general waste and recyclables.

1100 Paper Wheelie Bin

The largest four-wheel bin available to store general waste, dry mixed recycling, and other waste types.

Balers

These large bins compact recyclable waste of the same type, such as paper, cardboard, and plastic, to save space.

3-Step Retail Waste Disposal

Step1

Get A Quote

Easily get a quote for your waste disposal requirements in just a few quick and simple steps. 

Step2

Arrange Delivery

If you are satisfied with the type, quantity and size of the bins, tell us when you would like your bins delivered.

Step3

Get Your Waste Collected

We organise waste collection at a time and frequency that suits you based on the amount of waste you produce.

Choose easywaste For A Greener Future

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Eco-Friendly Disposal

Choose easywaste for environmentally friendly disposal. We avoid waste in landfills and use Energy from Waste plants to generate energy.

Efficient Waste Management

Discover easywaste efficient waste management solutions that reduce costs and environmental impact through innovative technology.

Customised Waste Solutions

Our plans adapt to your waste management needs, offering flexible scheduling and solutions as your business grows.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a retail site waste management plan?

Every UK business requires a waste management plan. For shops and stores, a retail waste management plan ensures that all refuse is disposed of correctly and establishes efficient waste management systems. A waste management system can pinpoint areas where excessive waste is generated, thereby reducing the volume of retail waste destined for landfill.

Site waste management plans (SWMPs) were introduced to curtail the waste output of businesses. Retailers employ SWMPs to strategize the management of the waste they generate. An SWMP encompasses crucial details, such as which waste necessitates recycling, disposal, or reutilisation, along with the methods the business will employ for these purposes. The plan must undergo periodic updates to accurately reflect a business’s waste requirements and responsibilities.

Technically, there is no legal obligation for a retail business to possess an SWMP. Nonetheless, introducing and maintaining one carries numerous advantages. For instance, a business can trim expenses by devising the most efficient waste management systems and bolster profits by employing an SWMP to identify areas for waste reduction.

How can you diminish retail waste?

Reducing retail waste is imperative for environmental conservation and cost savings. Retail businesses can adopt several approaches to reduce the volume of waste generated. To curtail retail waste, consider:

  1. Scrutinising sales patterns to prevent excessive product procurement.
  2. Minimising packaging and the use of single-use plastics.
  3. Transitioning processes to digital platforms to diminish paper usage.
  4. Opting for the reuse of plastic crates instead of cardboard boxes.
  5. Returning used clothes hangers to suppliers for reutilisation or recycling.
How much waste does the retail industry generate?

Quantifying the extent of waste generated by the retail industry proves challenging due to its diverse nature, encompassing various types and a wide array of businesses. One progress report asserts that the UK sees the annual production of 280,000 tonnes of food waste in the retail sector. Nevertheless, substantial quantities of packaging and other waste originate from retail as well, not all of which undergo recycling.

Why is it essential for retail shops to possess eco-friendly credentials?

In the contemporary world, businesses confront mounting pressure to adopt environmentally sustainable business models. This pressure arises not only from governmental entities but also from consumers. Today’s consumers exhibit a keen interest in the sustainability of products and are inclined to shun retail establishments known for their poor environmental practices.

A retail shop boasting a positive green reputation earns consumer trust and can readily cultivate a favourable image. Furthermore, such a shop contributes significantly to safeguarding our planet’s future and concurrently reduces the landfill taxes it incurs.