Trash Talk

You will have all seen the harrowing photos and videos of a Turtle caught in a plastic six pack holder or a bird caught in a balloon.

Over 100,000 marine mammals and over 1 million seabirds die each year due to plastic ingestion. Sea turtles, often mistake plastic bags for jellyfish, and eating just one plastic item can kill them!

It is said that 52% of the worlds sea turtles have eaten plastic waste!

The hidden symbols of waste.

Signs are all around us, and we aren't talking about aliens, even though some of these symbols may be alien to us! 

When it comes to waste and recycling, you will always find recycling symbols on packaging, this is so that households & consumers understand which packaging can be recycled and it is easier to sort and manage the process of what materials gets recycled and to where. 

Even though these symbols are all around us, how many of us actually understand and know what they mean? 

Businesses around the UK and the world, have to ensure that if they are ever dealing with hazardous waste, that they do so by following the rules and safely handling any waste that could be classed as hazardous. 

In this guide, we will be giving you the full run down on: What waste is classed as hazardous. How to handle this waste & the punishments if any company is caught mishandling this.

Safety goggles on please...it could get dangerous! 

Picture this. 

You're settling in for a cosy evening at home when you hear it – the unmistakable scurry of tiny feet in your walls. Your heart sinks as you realise you've got unwanted guests – rats.

Rats are a bit like having a teenager sat upstairs playing video games, you can't see them, but you can hear them. Now let's be honest, the rats won't make as much mess as a teenager, or cause as much continuous stress, but they can be a real pain! 

Dealing with a rat infestation can be unsettling and downright frustrating, but fear not! 

From traditional methods like landfills to cutting-edge technologies such as waste-to-energy, we explore the diverse landscape of waste management. Join us as we answer your burning questions and shed light on the often overlooked aspects of waste disposal.

So, you are thinking about some home improvements?

Well, good on you, there will be plenty of stresses along the way & a mountain of waste...so, knowing the best way to deal with that waste can keep your home improvements running smoothly & more peaceful. 

Did you know that on average, UK home improvements creates up 14 million tonnes of waste each year in the UK?