Retail Outlets
At phs Wastekit, our commitment to sustainability and effective waste management is not just about the equipment we provide; it's about delivering a solution that aligns with your goals, values, and the well-being of future generations.
We work with customers across the retail sector to ensure to improve their waste management processes with solutions that will minimise the impact on the environment, helping you reduce, segregate, and divert your waste away from landfills and re-invest money back into your business.
More sustainable waste management for retail businesses
Research has shown a lack of understanding about waste management could be costing retail businesses thousands of pounds a year*.
Retail environments are well-known for having a huge amount of variety in both their waste streams and the volume of waste generated. For many retail premises, space is also at a premium. This makes it essential for businesses to have a waste management system that is fast, effective, and practical.
An enormous opportunity for retail businesses
A recent survey by phs Wastekit found that 20% of businesses in the retail industry do not own or rent a baler or compactor*. However, this equipment could help these businesses save thousands of pounds in waste disposal costs every year.
As well as saving money, there are also a host of environmental benefits for businesses that implement efficient waste management processes.
Balers and compactors can be used by retail businesses to:
- Reduces volumes of waste.
- Create a tidier environment.
- Increase recycling rates.
phs Wastekit offers a range of waste management equipment that can efficiently compact and bale your waste. We take the time to address the unique challenge of your business and recommend bespoke solutions that will help you reduce, segregate, and steer your waste towards more sustainable methods. This will contribute to a significant reduction in your carbon footprint, and help your business save money.
Use a baler to sort and bundle recyclables
A phs Wastekit survey showed that the average business in the retail sector produces 340kg of waste cardboard every week*. This is a lot of waste to manage and dispose of in an environmentally friendly way.
Retail businesses must also ensure they are complying with the 2011 Waste Management Legislation. This legislation requires companies to recycle materials wherever possible, reducing the impact on the environment and providing greener working conditions.
Balers make recycling easy. They are used in waste management processes to sort and bundle recyclables, like paper, cardboard, and plastics, into bales. By baling your waste, you will also be able to neatly store it while awaiting collection.
Add a compactor to reduce waste volumes
Space is often the number one issue when it comes to retail environments. By adding a compactor to waste management processes, your business will be able to turn large amounts of general waste into tightly compressed cubes.
When waste is not compacted, bins are often full of air and unused space. Using a compactor will reduce the volume of general waste your business sends to landfill, by using every inch of available space.
Reducing the amount of waste sent to landfill will also reduce the frequency of your waste collection. As waste is collected by road vehicles, this will reduce the carbon footprint of your business.
Let phs Wastekit be your partner of choice to help you achieve Net Zero
Environmental practices are very important in retail with 81% of survey respondents telling phs Wastekit they have a CSR strategy, and 75% saying they have a carbon reduction plan in place*.
Using a baler or compactor significantly reduces the volume of waste you are dealing with. This reduces waste disposal costs as well as transport costs, improving a business’ environmental performance. Using waste management equipment is one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways for retail businesses to reduce their carbon footprint.
Case Study: Boosting recycling volume by 20%
By adding a compactor to their waste management process, Framptons have been able to reduce the amount of waste they send to landfills and reach their sustainability goals.
Take the first step toward more efficient waste management
phs Wastekit are here to provide your business with expert waste management advice. Take advantage of our free, no-obligation Waste Saving Audit to see how our waste-saving solutions could benefit you and see how much money you could save.
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*The phs Wastekit survey questioned over 200 decision makers in key sectors across the UK in December 2022.