A MRF (pronounced "murf") is an essential component of the recycling process for municipal waste, including household and commercial waste. A MRF, or Material Recycling Facility is a recycling plant. The MRF accepts mixed recycling from homes and business across the country. It uses mechanical and technical equipment in order to separate recyclates into single material streams before shipment to the market. MRFs are available in a variety of sizes and capacities. From smaller MRFs that process a few hundred tons per week, to "Super" MRFs, like Biffa’s Edmonton facility which processes thousands tonnes per week. Biffa has five MRFs in its infrastructure, including...

In 2015 it became mandatory for large businesses to charge for all single-use plastic carrier bags, leading supermarkets, and other retailers to cut the number of single-use carrier bags and introduce a variety of 'bag for life' alternatives. According to the government: "The scheme aims to reduce the use of single-use plastic carrier bags, and the litter associated with them, by encouraging people to re-use bags" but what are the most environmentally friendly carrier bags? When answering this question, there certain factors that need to be considered, from the initial sourcing of materials, manufacturing, and transportation of the carrier bag...

The increased awareness about global issues has led to 70% of Brits going green for Christmas. They will also increase their recycling efforts and buy gifts made of recycled material. Two out of five people feel guilty about the amount of food waste that will be produced during our celebrations. However, almost a fifth of those surveyed said they would not bother even though they have a separate bin of food at home. There are three easy steps to take if you don't want to be on the "naughty" list. Refuse This year, and we have all become experts at living...