News
Simpler Recycling: A System Change Is Coming, But Are Businesses Ready?
March 23, 2026
With the rollout of Simpler Recycling across England, the waste sector is entering a new phase, one that promises greater consistency, improved recycling rates, and better material quality. But as with any regulatory shift, the real impact will depend on how effectively it is implemented on the ground. -- A …
Read more
Will “Simpler Recycling” Actually Improve Paper and Card Recovery?
February 26, 2026
The UK’s new Simpler Recycling reforms are set to reshape how waste is collected and processed across the country. One of the main expectations is a significant improvement in paper and cardboard recovery rates. But from an operational standpoint, the real question is: will it deliver measurable results in practice? …
Read more
Reflecting on 2025 and Looking Ahead to 2026
December 29, 2025
As we move into a new year, it’s important to take a moment to reflect on the progress made and the direction ahead. While December is often a time for celebration, it is also one of the busiest periods for waste generation across the UK. Increased consumption, packaging, and seasonal …
Read more
Global Food Pact Network Saves 220,000 Tonnes of Food Waste — Local Collection Is the Next Step
November 17, 2025
Global Progress in Food Waste Reduction A recent report from the Food Pact Network, coordinated by WRAP and featured by LetsRecycle.com has revealed an impressive milestone: 220,000 tonnes of food waste were avoided in the network’s first year of operation. The initiative also saw 2.7 million tonnes of surplus food …
Read more
Local Food Waste, Real Results: Newcastle’s 300-Tonne Anaerobic Digestion Trial
November 04, 2025
Newcastle City Council reached a major milestone: their food waste anaerobic digestion trial processed 300 tonnes, generating enough renewable electricity to power 281 homes (and heat another 67 homes for an entire year). This pilot reflects exactly what Quantum Waste strives to deliver in London: City-scale impact: local collections turned …
Read more