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rejuvenation using the latest, innovative technology. TFR Group refurbishes 70% of comfort guarantee mattresses that would have otherwise been recycled, helping to protect asset value and revenue from losses incurred, complete with a full audit trail.
The company has also recently developed a revolutionary mattress compression system to tackle issues faced with bulky waste collection. Mattresses are typically very costly items to move in huge quantities as they require multiple transport vehicles. TFR Group’s mattress compression system allows a standard 40ft trailer that on average carries 67 mattresses to transport 450 mattresses, increasing capacity by 572% to reduce the CO2 impact of multiple trips.
“TFR Group’s mattress compression system allows a standard 40ft trailer that on average carries 67 mattresses to transport 450 mattresses.”
Retailer responsibility Currently there seems to be more focus on consumers taking responsibility for their sustainable choices, rather than the focus being on businesses and retailers. I think as we move forward this will change and manufacturers will not only come under more pressure from retailers, but also from consumers and government to provide sustainable choices and become more eco-friendly in their practices.
There are a number of manufacturers and retailers spearheading sustainable innovations and ways of working, from Bensons for Beds, which has introduced sustainable materials in store, while vowing to be net zero
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by 2040, to John Lewis, which is choosing to divert waste away from landfill to be recycled or rejuvenated.
Environmental policies We’re all aware of some of the new sustainable legislation and guidelines being implemented across the UK including the Plastic Packaging Tax introduced this year, alongside charges for plastic carrier bags in supermarkets. I believe that more and more legislation and guidance will be delivered across a range of sectors in the coming years, to help reduce waste, encourage an increase in recycling and prioritise sustainable economies within the UK.
I would advise getting ahead of upcoming legislation by acting now and developing a strategy to achieve sustainable goals as soon as possible, to help alleviate any pressure when legislation is brought into place.
Climate neutral certifications Over the past few years, businesses have flocked to have their products officially certified by leading bodies, including Made in Britain, Vegan, Vegetarian, Cruelty Free, Hypoallergenic and Organic.
Moving into 2023 businesses will look at certifications that showcase their green credentials including the British Retail Consortium’s (BRC) Climate Action Roadmap, 100% Recycled Materials and the Carbon Trust’s PAS 2060 certification.
Looking ahead, the focus for government, consumers, manufacturers and those in facilities management is going to be the green agenda. Businesses in different sectors will find new and exciting ways to achieve a circular economy and what’s most important is that the green strategies and tactics in place support profits and growth while hitting authentic sustainability goals.
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