Commercial Waste Reading

In Reading, businesses like Craftsman Ltd use recycled glass in their products, including sustainable kitchen worktops and bathroom surfaces. This supports commercial glass recycling efforts by repurposing recycled glass into eco-friendly, durable home improvement solutions.

Reading has a dynamic commercial sector, including a thriving hospitality industry that generates food waste. Commercial food waste collected from Reading businesses is transported to an anaerobic digestion facility in Basingstoke. Biogen converts the waste into green biogas and agricultural compost at the facility.

In Reading, large retailers such as IKEA generate commercial cardboard waste, especially during peak shopping and inventory restocking seasons. IKEA’s cardboard waste comes from packaging materials for furniture, home accessories, and other products, which are unpacked and assembled on-site.

In Reading, organisations such as Thames Valley Police produce confidential waste. This includes sensitive documents like investigation records, personal data, and legal documents. Proper disposal is crucial to ensure that all sensitive information is irretrievably destroyed to prevent data breaches and unauthorised access​.

Hazardous waste disposal is a critical service for businesses and institutions that handle dangerous materials in Reading. Companies like AWE (Atomic Weapons Establishment) generate various types of hazardous waste, including chemicals and radioactive materials. Specialised services handle and transport hazardous materials to licensed disposal facilities.

In Reading, commercial recycling is vital for businesses of all sizes, including small enterprises like The Grumpy Goat, a local craft beer and cheese shop. These businesses actively participate in recycling programs, handling various materials such as dry mixed recyclables, cardboard, paper, plastics, and glass.