Coffee grounds recycling collection for your business
The UK consumes around 98 million cups of coffee a day, generating hundreds of thousands of tonnes of waste coffee grounds each year.
Unfortunately, most of these used grounds end up in landfills, where they release greenhouse gases - including methane, which is 25 times more potent than carbon dioxide.
That’s why First Mile is committed to helping businesses ensure they can recycle their coffee grounds waste in a quick and efficient manner.
No matter your industry, simply order your tote box, fill it with your used grounds, and we'll swap it for a fresh one on collection day - we will then turn the used coffee into biofuels and essential oils!
How does pricing for coffee grounds recycling collection work?
Wheelie bin collections:
The price shown for food recycling wheelie bin services is for the first week of collections (+VAT). The weekly price of collections is based on your schedule and the number of bin lifts.
We then invoice this to your account plus a small bin rental fee at the end of each month. Wheelie bin collections are ongoing unless you cancel them, but there is no contract required.
What can go in the Coffee Grounds Recycling box?
Food waste
Please keep out of the Coffee Grounds Recycling box
How are coffee grounds recycled?
Coffee grounds are so versatile it makes sense to recycle them as a separate waste stream.
Used grounds are sent to our partner company, where they’re first cleaned to remove any contaminants (usually stray filter papers or other waste) before being turned into a whole range of products.
Our partner, for example, creates pellets that can be used as a fertiliser, and keen gardeners will know that coffee grounds contain nitrogen and other nutrients that are released into the soil as they break down.
However, that’s not the only use for washed coffee grounds, which can also end up being used to make other sustainable products, including compost, eco-fuel and skincare.
Why Use First Mile for Coffee Grounds Recycling?
Coffee Grounds Recycling FAQs
Why should I recycle coffee grounds?
Why should I recycle coffee grounds?
Coffee grounds are a great resource that can be used to make a wide range of products, such as compost, biofuels, and cosmetics.
Composting coffee grounds is a great way of improving soil health and fertility, while biofuels made from coffee waste can be used to generate electricity and even power certain vehicles! Additionally, cosmetics made from coffee grounds are very popular thanks to their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Do you offer rubbish removal near me?
Do you offer rubbish removal near me?
We offer rubbish removal in London and Birmingham around our major sorting plants, as well as across the country. The best way to find out if we’re in your area is to check your postcode and see if this service is available near you!
Do you offer coffee grounds recycling near me?
Do you offer coffee grounds recycling near me?
Our coffee grounds recycling service is available in London and Birmingham, as well as nationwide. Customers can order tote boxes over the phone or by using your customer portal.
Who needs coffee grounds recycling?
Who needs coffee grounds recycling?
These days, it’s likely that every business that has employees on-site will need to recycle coffee grounds. In short, if you're a café, bar or restaurant, or if you have a lot of coffee enthusiasts in your company, you will produce some sort of coffee waste that needs disposing of in an efficient and sustainable manner.
Food Recycling
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Coffee Cups
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