Waste-to-energy plants also encourage the domestic production of energy, preventing the disposal of waste products in foreign plants.
Many of us are guilty of throwing our rubbish in the bin, or in the case of cleaning companies, collecting and dropping off required loads with little consideration for where exactly this waste is going. A staggering proportion of our waste is actually sent to waste-to-energy plants overseas, and much of our recycling faces an uncertain fate once it is shipped abroad, whilst even foods sent for composting are often dumped in landfills due to inadequate checks.
Meanwhile, as the public are made increasingly aware of this trend, companies ignoring the issue will likely fall victim to the criticism of concerned environmentalists. Negligence breeds inefficiency and if we continue to ignore the concerning fate of this waste, our planet will suffer as a direct result.
Waste management companies like Indaver invest heavily in WtE plants and their surrounding areas, bringing our handling of waste back home to the UK. As these plants eliminate the need to send waste across the seas (which in itself isn’t particularly eco-friendly), they are an invaluable addition to any cleaning company’s waste disposal procedure.
Often, the negativity facing WtE plants stems from a lack of understanding. As previously mentioned, a large proportion of us Brits simply don’t consider where our waste ends up, whilst many cleaning companies admit they don’t take the time to research optimal outlets for the waste they collect.
By working with WtE plants, this can educate staff and make them instinctively more aware of where rubbish goes, how this is dealt with and the importance of enacting eco- friendly habits within their own homes. This will inevitably develop a more positive brand reputation as an organisation that works to better both its own green thumb and that of its staff.
The benefits don’t end there, as this can improve the way potential customers and onlookers perceive a cleaning company. If such an organisation is seen to put recyclables and non-recyclables to the best possible use, this sets them apart from competitors with a predominantly financial agenda. Demonstrating a more holistic approach to business, such ventures highlight a company’s moral compass and sustainable ethos. This undoubtedly works wonders for client acquisition and customer satisfaction, as the businesses that cleaning companies work for can themselves be protected from criticism regarding unsatisfactory waste disposal.
Waste to energy plants benefit cleaning companies in a number of ways, from improving brand reputation to employee awareness, customer satisfaction, the local economy and nearby emissions. To enhance current procedures for necessary waste disposal, all organisations should consider the many benefits of waste-to-energy.
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