our clients, the conversation around recycling and sustainability is a crucial part of the whole story.”
This sentiment underscores the scheme’s role in fostering dialogue about recycling and sustainability not only within businesses but also with suppliers and clients. The collaborative efforts have extended beyond vinyl flooring to include carpet manufacturers and other industries, demonstrating Recofloor's far- reaching influence.
While the Recofloor 15th anniversary event celebrated achievements, it also served as a reminder of the work that still lies ahead, and a call to action. Sustainability efforts require constant innovation and commitment.
As Michelle Keating, General Manager at Cornwall Carpets & Flooring Ltd, shared in her presentation, the commitment to sustainability is not just a corporate obligation but a moral imperative. Businesses across the industry must embrace practices that reflect their dedication to environmental stewardship.
She said: “Sustainability is a key part of what we do. Our involvement in the Recofloor scheme has had a
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positive impact in many ways, from reducing waste disposal costs and carbon emissions to gaining marketing recognition and fostering stronger relationships with our clients. It’s allowed us to become more efficient, save money and make a real difference to the environment, all whilst supporting the sustainability goals of our clients and partners. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, but obviously we know that there’s always more we can do and as a company we continue to grow and evolve, and we remain committed to improving our environmental impact and leading by example.”
Praising the scheme, Debbie Buckett, Director at Meadee Flooring commented: “I think Recofloor is really good, and it has made a considerable impact in reducing what we send to landfill. Obviously, it reduces skip costs, but it’s also good for the next generation that we are reducing what we’re sending to landfill.”
Reflecting the positivity of the event, she added: “Listening to people’s experiences here has been really quite motivational as well to see what we can actually build on, take it forward and emphasise it more to customers and
our staff and just see other ways we can build on our efforts.”
Carla concluded: “Recofloor’s journey over the past 15 years is a testament to the power of collaboration. By bringing together businesses, suppliers, and advocates, the scheme has achieved remarkable progress in recycling and sustainability.”
As Chris Hines, Event Host, summed up: “The Recofloor scheme is a shining example of positive environmental change in an industry that is often seen or perceived as reluctant to change. It was an amazing day, uplifting, innovative and reinvigorated even more my belief that we can meet the challenges facing us.”
Founded by Altro and Polyflor, Recofloor is the flooring sector’s sustainable take-back scheme for commercial waste vinyl generated from all types of projects. Material is recycled and used in new products, including flooring.
Call: 0161 355 7618 Email:
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