Recycling is often perceived to be difficult, time-consuming and costly, and we know as a facility manager, it often seems as though there are more pressing issues and ideas to dedicate your time and resources to. Why should FM’s care about recycling? Around the world, the focus on sustainable business practices continue to grow and there is pressure from all…
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Method have redesigned recycling. Their innovative bins and leading philosophy of Open Plan Recycling have made recycling, waste and sustainable practice part of a buildings DNA. The system saves organisations time and money, while they recycle more and waste less. Method are the long term sustainability partner of innovative and leading facilities around the world; from stadiums such as the…
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The way that offices are designed has changed dramatically from the desks we sit at to the power we use, yet waste management has been left behind. Ugly bins are hidden in cupboards or under desks encouraging users to throw everything away; meanwhile the focus on organisations reducing their environmental impact is growing. Bins and waste management have been an…
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Method have redesigned recycling to make your space even more effective. They are the makers of visible, flexible and beautiful recycling bins, found globally in large facilities. Including world-renowned architecture firm Foster + Partners, the Design Council, Qantas, Canva, Xero and many more. Method started with the desire to make a visible difference. The co-founders, Steven and India Korner, believed…
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Survey reveals shocking use of plastics and packaging in construction The Considerate Constructors Scheme has launched its industry-wide campaign ‘Spotlight on…plastics and packaging’ to raise awareness and showcase best practice in how the construction industry can reduce, reuse and recycle plastics and packaging. The launch of the campaign – which features on the industry’s Best Practice Hub – comes in…
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The Bin for Tight Spaces. Leafield Environmental is extending its Envirobin range with the launch of the Mini Classic, a new, compact sized, external litter bin that is both stylish and economical. Standing 950mm high, with a small diameter of 456mm, the Mini Classic has a respectable capacity of 70 litres when used with a plastic liner although a galvanised…
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For a safe, professional and fully auditable Lamp Recycling solution For a visibly professional solution in terms of storage and recycling of fluorescent tubes look no further than the Lampsafe Service from Mercury Recycling. Fabricated from lightweight Correx and with aluminium reinforcements the containers are of a sturdy construction and have carrying handles to ensure ease of movement across or…
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The UK disposes of over 600 million batteries a year- it’s a frightening figure when you consider less than 45% by weight are recycled according to figures recently published by the Environment Agency. Lead Acid batteries, for which a rebate is usually paid, made up over half the weight collected despite accounting for only 4% of the weight put on…
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Method have redesigned recycling to make your space even more effective. They are the makers of visible, flexible and beautiful recycling bins found globally. Co-founders Steven and India Korner spent three years mastering Method’s award-winning products and recyclable packaging – holding focus groups, preparing prototypes, and even assisting cleaners on night-shifts. All of this hard work paid off, resulting in…
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For many organisations, a utopian waste management solution is one which is sustainable, self-sufficient and profitable – commonly referred to as a closed loop model. And with plenty in the news recently about the UK’s evolving waste issue, it’s no surprise that the building and facilities management industry is seeing an emerging trend in the number of firms seeking ways…
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