Do you ever throw a plastic bottle or metal can into a general waste bin without a second thought? Or perhaps you do feel a twinge of guilt as you know the item should really be going into a recycling bin… Now’s the time to make a change! As the population grows year on year, […]
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Skips are great for domestic and commercial projects and the ideal commercial waste management solution when used regularly on-site. They are versatile and come in a range of sizes to suit varying amounts and types of waste. For home projects, whether they are being carried out as a DIY project or completed by a professional, […]
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All companies, big and small, must have plans in place to manage their waste to ensure it is disposed of correctly and that they are abiding by the law. Businesses have a legal responsibility under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 and other related legislation to safely contain and legally dispose of any waste produced by […]
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In a world where we are becoming increasingly aware of the environmental impact of sending waste to landfill, recycling practices have never been more important. We must all be sure to recycle all of our household items in our dedicated recycling bins and we must also do this in our workplaces too. Paper, card, plastic […]
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Plastic pollution is a huge problem, not just because of the vast amounts of plastic waste that we produce every year, but also because plastic is one of the harder materials to recycle. Other materials such as glass and metal are easier and cheaper to recycle which makes the recycling rates for those so much […]
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There are many items and materials that we use in our everyday lives and in the construction of our homes and commercial buildings, which once no longer needed, become hazardous materials. If these items are not handled and dealt with in the correct way, there could be health implications for those handling them and legal […]
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Are you home schooling your kids during the COVID-19 pandemic? Why not try our fun recycling worksheet? It’s entertaining as well as informative! Suitable for Primary-aged children. Simply print out the pdf and get started! DOWNLOAD AND PRINT! TJ Waste provides a range of waste and recycling services, such as skip hire, grab hire, commercial […]
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The UK waste industry faces greater challenges each year as the population grows. We’re producing more and more waste but we’re also striving to manage the processes in better ways to limit the impact on our environment. Read on to discover 10 shocking waste facts that will blow your mind… 1. Each person in the […]
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It seems like everyone is making the most of their extra time at home at the moment, with many people committing to home and garden improvements to keep themselves occupied. Whether you’re undertaking the project yourself or have employed someone to do it for you (with social distancing in mind) it’s a very useful thing […]
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Recycling has taken place in various forms throughout history, with the Romans recycling bronze coins into statues and the first record of paper recycling taking place in Japan in 1031. Recycling grew out of necessity in the 1900s, particularly during WW1 and WW2 when things were not readily available. Recycling really started to take off […]
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