Construction Waste

Welcome to Recycle City, your trusted partner in sustainable waste management based in Mitcham, London. At Recycle City, we are committed to creating ‘GREEN HORIZONS’ by efficiently managing locally-generated, construction, excavation, and demolition waste. As an integrated solution provider, we proudly introduce our associate company, MOTION, specialising in grab hire, skip hire, and the supply of aggregates. Our mission is clear – to facilitate the separation of domestic and industrial waste into distinct categories, preparing them for dispatch to our associate recycling plants.

Construction Site Waste: Understanding the Impact

In the United Kingdom, the construction and maintenance of our built environment account for the largest consumption of material resources. From the construction of homes, offices, schools, to the development of roads and railways, the industry generates a substantial volume of waste flows. Remarkably, over 90% of this waste is recovered in England and Wales, primarily repurposed as aggregate. Let’s delve into what constitutes construction site waste and the pivotal role recycling plays in mitigating its environmental impact.

What is Construction Site Waste?

Construction site waste encompasses a diverse range of materials generated during the building, maintenance, and demolition processes. These materials often include insulation and asbestos, concrete, bricks, tiles, ceramics, wood, glass, plastic, and bituminous mixtures such as coal tar and tar.

Recycling Construction Waste: A Sustainable Approach

1. Minimising Environmental Footprint: Our commitment to 'GREEN HORIZONS' drives us to minimise the environmental footprint of construction waste by diverting it from landfills.
2. Resource Recovery: Through advanced recycling processes, we focus on recovering valuable resources from construction waste, transforming them into reusable materials.
3. Energy Efficiency: Recycling construction waste significantly reduces the energy required for raw material extraction, contributing to a more sustainable and energy-efficient construction industry.
4. Circular Economy: Embracing the principles of a circular economy, we promote the continuous use and repurposing of materials, extending their lifecycle and reducing overall resource consumption.
5. Regulatory Compliance: At Recycle City, we adhere to stringent environmental regulations, ensuring responsible waste management practices that align with industry standards.

Construction site waste poses a significant challenge to environmental sustainability. However, at Recycle City, we see it as an opportunity to make a positive impact. By efficiently managing and recycling construction waste, we contribute to the creation of ‘GREEN HORIZONS.’ Our dedication to separating domestic and industrial waste into distinct categories ensures that these materials are ready for dispatch to our associate recycling plants, where they undergo transformation into valuable resources.