Did you know the UK discards a staggering 10.7 million tonnes of food waste every year? That’s not just waste; it’s an opportunity to make a real difference. As part of our commitment to helping individuals and businesses navigate the simpler recycling regulations in England, AMS is proud to support effective and responsible food waste recycling.
With clear guidance now in place, compliance in food waste has never been easier. In this blog, we’ll explore the lifecycle of food waste and how AMS can help you contribute to a cleaner, greener future.
The Journey of Food Waste
Food waste is inevitable, from kitchen peelings to surplus food in restaurants, managing waste properly is essential to minimise environmental impact. Thanks to advancements in recycling technology and government-backed systems, food waste can now be transformed into valuable resources which we will explain below.
Here’s a step-by-step look at how food waste is recycled under the new regulations:
Step 1: How to Start with Food Waste Recycling
Proper segregation is the first step in recycling food waste. Businesses are already encouraged to separate food waste from general waste but as of 31st of March 2025, it will be a requirement. Using clear sacks ensures visibility, making quality control and compliance with the new regulations simple.
Step 2: AMS Handles the Heavy Lifting
Once your food waste is bagged, binned and in the segregated bin AMS collects it efficiently and transports it to the next stage of the recycling journey. Our team works in full compliance with all guidelines, ensuring minimal disruption to your routine.
Step 3: Turning Waste into Resources
The real transformation happens at anaerobic digestion (AD) facilities. These facilities break down organic material without oxygen, creating two valuable resources: Biogas & Digestate.
Step 4: Energy and Fertiliser in Action
Biogas generated through anaerobic digestion reduces reliance on fossil fuels, contributing to a greener energy grid. Meanwhile, digestate supports sustainable farming by providing a cost-effective alternative to chemical fertilisers.
Biogas: Microorganisms break down food waste to produce biogas – a renewable energy source for electricity, heat, or even vehicle fuel.
Digestate: The remaining nutrient-rich material, known as digestate, can be used as a natural fertiliser for sustainable farming.
How AMS Makes Food Waste Recycling Easy
At AMS, we aim to simplify the process of recycling food waste in line with the government’s new regulations. Here’s how we can help:
- Supply of Segregated Bins: We provide clearly labelled bins for separate waste streams including; General Waste, Dry Mixed Recyclables (DMR), Food Waste and Glass.
- Efficient Collection Services: Our team ensures timely and hassle-free collection of food waste.
Expert Guidance: Take advantage of an AMS Free Waste Audit for specialist advice and support to help you meet your recycling goals.
Why Recycling Food Waste Matters
Recycling food waste is not just a regulatory requirement; it’s an opportunity to make a positive impact on the environment. By keeping food waste out of landfills, we can:
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
- Contribute to renewable energy production.
- Support sustainable agriculture.
With simpler recycling regulations now in place, there’s no better time to get involved.
Get Started with AMS Today
At Avon Material Supplies, we’re passionate about helping our customers embrace sustainable waste management practices. Whether you’re looking to arrange a collection, need expert advice, or want to book your Free Waste Audit, we’re here to help.
Together, we can turn waste into opportunity and create a greener future for generations to come. Contact AMS today and let’s make an impact – one clear sack at a time.