The true cost of waste
The true cost of waste includes waste raw materials, energy and labour, and can be 5 to 20 times the cost of disposal. While many UK manufacturers have adopted recycling measures, there are also opportunities to reduce and re-use materials as well – actions that can substantially benefit the bottom line.
What is Rethink Waste?
Rethink Waste is a free initiative developed by Envirowise, with support from EEF, to help manufacturers reduce waste, improve resource efficiency and save money. Envirowise experience has shown that manufacturers taking action to reduce waste and improve their resource efficiency can save up to £1,000 per employee. Read More...
Why join Rethink Waste?
Rethink Waste has been developed to help manufacturers of all sizes. The initiative will provide your company with a simple structured approach to help you to:
- Understand how much waste your company produces
- Understand how much this costs
- Identify simple ways to start reducing waste, and save money
- Measure the waste and cost savings you have made
How do i join?
The registration period for Rethink Waste this year has now closed. Please register your interest for next year’s initiative below.
Current registrants
For those currently participating in Rethink Waste, ensure you are logged in to the Envirowise site, then click here to access the course materials.
Head of Environment at EEF, Gareth Stace, says:
"As outlined in EEF's recent Manufacturing Our Future report, climate change is a long-term challenge that manufacturers will need to face if they are to survive and thrive. We welcome additional support to help the sector get the best from its resources. Free initiatives such as Rethink Waste offer a practical and accessible route to resource efficiency and we will be encouraging our members to take part."
