Today (Monday 29th July 2019) marks Earth Overshoot Day (EOD). A date on the calendar when humanity’s demand for ecological resources and services in a given year exceeds what Earth can regenerate in that year. Continue reading “Earth Overshoot Day”
Category: News
Boomerang Waste
Following China’s ban on imported waste in late 2018, developed countries have been sending its waste to developing south-east Asian countries for disposal and recycling. Recently there have been containers that have been refused due to incorrect labelling and contamination from several countries. Continue reading “Boomerang Waste”
War on plastics
In June The BBC aired its three-part documentary, War on Plastic with Hugh and Anita. It looked at the amount of single-use plastic the general public have in their homes, where this plastic originates and what it’s used for. Here are just a few of the standout pieces of information from the series. Continue reading “War on plastics”
World Oceans Day 2019
World Oceans Day is a global celebration to honour the ocean. Oceans cover 71% of our planet’s surface, contains 97% of its water and makes up 95% of all the space available to life. A healthy ocean is critical to our survival and this is an opportunity to honour, help protect and conserve our world’s ocean. Continue reading “World Oceans Day 2019”
World Environmental Day
Organised by the United Nations, this year’s World Environmental Day’s theme is “air pollution” and will be hosted by China. This annual global event encourages worldwide awareness and action for the protection of the environment. It is celebrated on the 5th June in over 100 countries. Continue reading “World Environmental Day”
Government Plays Monopoly
Simply Waste Solutions is one of six independent waste management companies, who have come together for the first time, to challenge the proposal of local waste and recycling monopolies. Continue reading “Government Plays Monopoly”
Our Coverage and Service Areas
Simply Waste Solutions provide a total waste management solution to businesses in London and its surrounding areas as well as the Chilterns, Oxford, Bristol, Bath, Reading and Guildford. Continue reading “Our Coverage and Service Areas”
Turning Bristol and Bath Purple
Our Simply Waste Solutions representatives have been busy in Bristol and Bath offering our waste and recycling wheelie bin services after moving into, and opening a new depot in Bristol last month. Continue reading “Turning Bristol and Bath Purple”
Cleaning Up the Community
Fly-tipping is a problem for counties across the UK costing millions of pounds to clear up. After spotting some fly-tipping close to our West London depot we sent some of our operatives to clear the area and safely dispose of the waste – there are some benefits to having a waste company in the neighbourhood! Continue reading “Cleaning Up the Community”
Our New Rear End Loader (REL)
Simply Waste Solutions have added to their vehicle fleet with a new 32 tonne, rear-end loader (REL) collection vehicle. Continue reading “Our New Rear End Loader (REL)”