Last Updated on: 22nd November 2023, 12:36 am
Recent research conducted by Enviro Skip Hire, a specialist in Skip Hire Central London, suggests that more than half of the UK’s population misses opportunities to recycle from their homes.
In 2020, a European research study revealed that the UK ranked third in waste production, generating a staggering 282.4 tonnes of waste in a single year. Germany held the top spot, producing over 400 tonnes of waste, closely followed by France at 310.4 tonnes.
But what does the data from 2023 reveal?
● Northern Ireland stands out as the only country within the UK where the recycling rate hasn’t seen an increase.
● The amount of biodegradable waste sent to landfills in the UK increased by 0.7 million tonnes in 2020.
James Rubin, the Managing Director of Enviro Skip Hire, points out, “New data also shows that recycling is in fact becoming a normalised behaviour across the UK. With over 85% of the population consciously recycling, it’s clear to see that the trend is moving in the right direction. The more the population recycles, the less the population will require landfill and other costly waste disposal methods. Clothing and electricals are just some examples of what recycling plastic alone can be turned into.”
What lies ahead for recycling in the UK? It is likely that governments, councils, and organisations will explore innovative approaches to manage waste more effectively. The UK may even take inspiration from the USA’s efforts by setting ambitious goals, such as a 50% increase in the national recycling rate by 2023.
