The DEFRA Waste Hierarchy Explained for Businesses
Understand the five steps of the waste hierarchy: prevention, preparing for reuse, recycling, other recovery and disposal, with practical workplace examples.
NEWS & BUSINESS GUIDANCE
Practical updates for UK businesses on WEEE recycling, IT disposal, batteries, hazardous waste and responsible resource recovery.
Understand the five steps of the waste hierarchy: prevention, preparing for reuse, recycling, other recovery and disposal, with practical workplace examples.
The UK generated about 1.65 million tonnes of e-waste in 2022. Explore the figures, global growth projections and practical ways businesses can recycle more.
Old computers, cables and appliances need a separate waste route. Find out why workplace WEEE cannot go in general waste and how to arrange a collection.
A friendly guide to Simpler Recycling: workplace waste separation, food bins, paper and card, and the 2027 deadline for smaller businesses in England.
Staff and the public can report workplace recycling concerns in England. Here is why businesses should check their bins and collection arrangements now.

WEEE recycling costs depend on the load and collection arrangements. Find out what affects your quote and how a photo or rough pallet count can help.