As many Leicestershire residents are painfully aware, fly-tipping is a major problem. This is predominantly due to the fact that many people are unable or unwilling to pay disposal charges at local civic centres. So, what are Leicestershire officials doing…
It seems that everywhere you turn, there is a serious problem regarding illegal waste dumping. Indeed, in the United States there are countless examples. Unfortunately, illegal waste dumping is also a serious problem in the United Kingdom and worldwide as…
Christmas is a time of jubilation, gifts and excitement. However, starting on December 26th, the feelings of happiness and excitement quickly turn sour. This sense of discontent seeps in as you realize you need to dispose of the Christmas decorations.…
If you have a waste disposal unit, then you might think that you can dump all your kitchen refuse down the sink. Anyone who had to take apart their p-trap and dig out of a piece of potato has learned…
In a world of smartphones, there are apps for almost everything we can imagine, and recycling is not an exception. Many of us have recycling cheat-sheets and apps that give visual clues on what should and should not be recycled.…
Garden waste varies across the county of Leicestershire. If you’re deciding to move from one area of Leicestershire to another, you’ll find garden waste disposal methods could change significantly. Here’s a short guide to garden waste disposal across Leicester and…
The Future of Waste Waste is an ongoing thing and with it continually piling up day after day, there’s the question of what to do with it all? Along with trash, there is a monumental amount of food waste that…
In order to meet England’s target goal of recycling 50 percent of household waste by 2020, Leicester is cracking down on illegal dumping and waste site vandalism. Some credit is given to concerned citizens. However, Leicester’s plan to charge residents…
If you’re feeling a little overwhelmed with clutter, Christmas can seem even more daunting. However, planning a good clear out now will help when Santa brings the Christmas presents! Here are 4 steps to a good house clearance: 1: Give…
People are much better at producing waste than we are at disposing of it. This is increasingly true at the industrial level. Two recent news stories cast light on the growing problem of unchecked waste disposal and the industries and…
