Last week, we were at the ESS event, where industry leaders explored some of the most pressing environmental challenges facing the UK. From decarbonisation to AI in waste management, our experts shared insights on the future of sustainability. We'd love to hear your thoughts! How can we work together to overcome these challenges? Share your ideas below.
Biffa
Environmental Services
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire 79,629 followers
We’re here to change the way people think about waste.
About us
Founded in London in 1912, Biffa is a leading UK nationwide integrated waste management business providing collection, treatment, recycling and technologically-driven energy generation services. Through the expertise of our people and investment in technology we promote and deliver sustainable waste management solutions. We provide an essential service to satisfy the business needs of our commercial, industrial and public sector customers throughout the UK, and help them to meet their legal obligations and corporate responsibility commitments. We employ 10,000 people and collect waste from thousands of businesses and millions of households across the UK each day. Our surplus food redistribution partnership with Company Shop Group, and our environmental work with BiffaAward and Waste Aid, also have wider benefits for the UK and beyond. Since 2002 we’ve reduced our carbon emissions by 70 per cent and aim to be net zero by 2050.
- Website
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http://www.biffa.co.uk
External link for Biffa
- Industry
- Environmental Services
- Company size
- 5,001-10,000 employees
- Headquarters
- High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
- Type
- Public Company
- Founded
- 1912
- Specialties
- Single Stream Recycling, Environmental Services, Secure Waste & Recycling, Confidential Waste, Contaminated Land & Soil, Free Waste Audit, Waste Heirarchy, and Resource Management
Locations
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Primary
Coronation Road
High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire HP12 3TZ, GB
Employees at Biffa
Updates
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Our latest Sustainability Report is now live! It highlights the progress we've made in 2023/24, driving the UK’s circular economy forward and reducing carbon emissions, while making a positive impact in the communities we serve. Discover how we're helping to shape a more sustainable future by downloading the full report here: https://bit.ly/482Nib3 #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #CarbonReduction
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Maxine Mayhew, Biffa's COO of Collections and Specialist Services joined the Leaders in Waste panel at the ESS event yesterday, and discussed key topics such as the impact of recent regulations, decarbonisation, and collaboration to reduce waste and recover resources. What are your thoughts on these key issues? How do you think we can best tackle these challenges together? Share your ideas and let's continue the conversation!
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Great news! Biffa has acquired L&S Waste Management, a leading construction and demolition waste operator in Hampshire. This acquisition reinforces Biffa’s strategy to grow low-carbon recycling solutions for local authorities and industrial customers across the UK. It also increases the amount of recycled products available to the construction industry. L&S will continue to trade under its well-established brand, ensuring continuity and high-quality service for new and existing customers. They will benefit from Biffa’s extensive resources and expertise, enabling more customers to meet their carbon reduction commitments. We look forward to this partnership and the opportunities it brings. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3XnlY2u
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Happy World EV Day! 🚛🔌 Biffa is thrilled to be shortlisted for a National Recycling Award in the Partnership Excellence category for our electric refuse fleet in Manchester! Since launching the UK's largest 27-truck EV fleet in 2021, we’ve grown to 158 eco-friendly vehicles across the UK. We urge the government to support EV adoption with the right policies, shared charging infrastructure, and zero-emission zones to drive innovation and improve air quality. Let’s keep pushing for a Net Zero future! #EVDay #Manchester #NetZero #Innovation
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What if we could reduce single-use items and switch to recyclable alternatives? Using single-use items like shrink wraps, cleaning wipes, plastic film, and polystyrene may seem convenient, but it comes at a cost to your business and the environment. Watch the video below to discover simple ways to reduce single-use waste, save money, and be more sustainable.
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Hard-to-recycle materials can significantly impact businesses, resulting in higher costs, environmental risks, and regulatory challenges. But ‘what iff’ we could rethink manufacturing waste? We help manufacturers with hard-to-recycle materials, such as unused PPE facemasks. Working with innovative partners, we transform them into something new, like dog beds. Watch the video below and learn more here: https://bit.ly/48oHEyV