Valpak have reported on questions posed to the Government regarding environmental issues such as how the increase in landfill tax will affect industry workers, especially those in skip businesses. Competitiveness within the industry is causing concern but the HMRC are working closely with operators and landfill sites to assess the impact.
If your company is being stung by the increase in landfill tax then RPS could help you reduce your overall packaging waste by utilising packaging assets such as pallets, drums, IBCs and big bags through recovery and reuse. The EU waste framework directive 2011 amendments placed reuse above recycling so through recovery and reuse of your existing packaging assets your business could reduce your environmental impact and increase your profits sustainably.
There are other concerns regarding the EU waste framework directive on the recycling of cardboard and the charges paid by councils in landfill charges. The aims of the waste framework directive for the UK to recycle 50% of household waste by 2020 demonstrate the importance of recycling and reuse and this can be reflected in business.
If your business is trying to reduce their carbon footprint, reduce environmental impact and costs, and increase the business’s sustainability then RPS could help. For more information on how RPS can benefit your business in matters regarding your packaging strategy please get in touch on 01642 465556 and check our updated services on our website.
