Factors affecting recycling

The opportunities presented for recycling of materials are very much dependent on the individual circumstances of your own institution and your recycling contractors. The likely success of such initiatives may depend on:

collection method (segregated or mixed materials)
space for collection and storage of reusables and recyclables
geographical location, particularly in relation to markets for reprocessing materials
size of institution and volume of recyclable material
other important factors include local authority facilities, charging structure and support etc.

Recycling contacts - local authority recycling facilities and others

If you are uncertain of the recycling facilities available locally, the first step will be to contact your local authority. Check for other opportunities with your main waste contractor and other companies.

You can find your closest recycling facilities here (www.recyclenow.com)
Throughout the UK (www.wastepoint.co.uk)
In Scotland (www.zerowastescotland.org.uk)
Waste Online (previously Waste Watch) provides good information on recycling in the UK (www.wasteonline.org.uk)

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Factors affecting recycling

Recycling contacts - local authority recycling facilities and others

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