The environmental benefits of proper commercial waste collection

Sustainability is no longer just a “nice-to-have”; it’s a growing concern for businesses, governments and communities across the globe. UK businesses are now required by law to responsibly manage their commercial waste collection, which includes preventing, reusing, recycling and recovering waste materials wherever possible. But it’s not just about fulfilling legal obligations; proper commercial waste collection also enables your business to make a meaningful environmental impact.

We delve into the environmental benefits of proper waste collection and explore how McCarthy Marland can help you achieve your environmental business goals.

Minimising landfill waste

One of the most obvious benefits of proper business waste collection is reducing the amount of waste sent to landfills. Landfills pose various risks to the environment, most noticeably releasing the harmful greenhouse gas known as methane into our atmosphere. This contributes to the formation of the ozone layer and decreases air quality, as well as harming both animal and human health.

By partnering with a responsible commercial waste collection company that is committed to maximum landfill diversion, your business can help sustain our environment for future generations. McCarthy Marland diverts as much waste as possible from landfill, allowing our customers to rest assured in the knowledge that their business waste management requirements are being taken care of in an environmentally responsible manner.

Improving recycling efforts

Recycling is key to reducing our impact on the environment. The process offers various environmental benefits, including:

• Reducing energy consumption, as recycling materials uses much less energy than producing new virgin materials.
• Lowering carbon emissions, as recycling reduces the amount of greenhouse gases released into the atmosphere via new material production.
• Conserving natural resources such as wood, oil and minerals, which helps to protect our ecosystems and encourage biodiversity.

Waste recycling is at the heart of everything we do at McCarthy Marland. We achieve an average recycling and energy rate of 95% across our designated waste management facilities, with the other 5% being sent to landfill. 

Preventing pollution and contamination

Improper waste management, including sending waste to landfills or recklessly disposing of materials via fly tipping, can contaminate our land, air and waste sources. Hazardous waste such as asbestos, chemicals, oils or WEEE waste can seep into our soil and groundwater, causing significant environmental damage and posing risks to human and animal health if not disposed of correctly.  

McCarthy Marland offers specialised services to ensure your hazardous waste is handled and disposed of in a responsible and compliant manner. We’ll arrange to collect any commercial waste materials that may be ignitable, corrosive, reactive or toxic, transporting them to a fully licensed hazardous waste disposal facility which is closely monitored by the Environment Agency.

Reducing carbon footprint

The processes involved within commercial waste management can negatively impact your business’ overall carbon footprint. Every stage involved in collecting, transporting and processing your commercial waste all emits some form of greenhouse gas, contributing to global warming and climate change.

Here at McCarthy Marland, we always endeavour to incorporate energy efficient processes within our business waste collection services. We have our own fleet of collection vehicles and carefully consider each route to minimise fuel consumption and emissions, as well as investing in industry-leading technologies that precisely monitor the energy efficiency of all our operations. By partnering with McCarthy Marland, you can contribute to the growing global effort to help combat climate change.

Remaining compliant with environmental regulations

The environmental regulations surrounding commercial waste management in the UK can be difficult to navigate. Businesses can face potential hefty fines and reputational damage for non-compliance, meaning it’s vitally important to adhere to all relevant business waste management legislations. You can read more about your responsibilities for waste disposal via the official government website.

McCarthy Marland is fully licensed and registered by the Environment Agency. We have an up-to-date Waste Carriers Licence, and all four of our depots have been awarded with a dedicated Waste Management permit. We provide businesses with all the documentation needed to prove their waste is being disposed of correctly, and can even handle all the paperwork to organise a commercial skip hire permit if required.

Supporting local communities

Did you know that following responsible commercial waste management practices can have a positive impact on your local community? By reducing the amount of waste your business sends to landfills and encouraging recycling efforts, you will set a positive example to customers, stakeholders and fellow businesses in the local area. 

Your business’ sustainable waste practices could lead to an improved understanding of the effects of global warming or encourage broader community participation in recycling. Perhaps you could even organise a local litter picking or beach clean event to help foster that sense of community spirit.

How McCarthy Marland can enhance your commercial waste collection efforts

It’s clear that proper commercial waste collection and disposal has numerous benefits to both your business and the world around us. By partnering with an experienced waste management company like McCarthy Marland, your business can remain compliant with waste regulations, reduce your carbon footprint, and make a positive impact on the environment. 

We offer a wide range of cost effective business waste management services, including commercial wheelie bin hire, commercial skip hire, commercial roll on roll off container hire, and commercial grab hire. Get in touch today to discover how McCarthy Marland can help enhance your commercial waste collection efforts.