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EN505 Re-use waste and improve your bottom line

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All companies produce waste, but did you know that it can contribute to up to 4% of business turnover? The true cost of waste isn't limited to that of disposal - it also includes waste raw materials, and energy and labour costs, which can be 5 to 20 times the cost of disposal.

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