Tameside Council Bin swap initiative

As a society, it is each individual’s responsibility to keep our lifestyles today sustainable, so too ensure future generations have the resources they will need. In recent times it has become very clear how important it is to re-use these finite resources where we can.

Facts On Your Bin Waste

Government statistics show landfill waste dropped from 100 million tonnes in 1997 to 39 million in 2013. The amount of waste we produce continues to rise. Recycling awareness and education have helped reduce landfill dependency. As a result more people now understand the value of recycling. Also in 2003, only 11% of household waste was recycled. Consequently by 2013, that figure had increased to 40%. Councils across England reported this improvement in recycling rates. Education campaigns and local initiatives played a key role. Despite progress, we still produce too much waste. There’s still a long way to go.

What Has Happened To Tackle This

Back in 2014, Tameside Council kicked off a pilot program to swap out big black bins for smaller green ones. The black bins were used for non-recyclable waste, while the green ones were typically for glass. By 2015, the council had expanded this initiative to cover 30,000 properties. Residents quickly adapted their waste habits to fit the new system, and as a result, landfill waste in the area saw a significant drop. Tameside Council managed to reduce landfill waste by 25%, which translated to savings of up to £3 million. They’re planning to put those savings back into community improvements.

At The Rubbish Removers, we take pride in our strong reputation in the waste industry. Allowing us to stay committed to recycling as much waste as possible. Our team transports all recovered waste to licensed recycling facilities.
Experts at these sites carefully sort all materials. They convert much of the waste into fuel, compost, or animal bedding. Other valuable products also come from the recycling process.

You can find more information on the bin swap scheme at www.tameside.gov.uk/recycling
If you’re struggling with the changes, contact The Rubbish Removers. We’ll help clear your waste quickly and responsibly. You can trust us to recycle it properly.