The Big Picture

The environment's at the heart of all our work.

Welcome to the First Mile features and hot topics that make us tick.

Do you have to wash your recycling?

Should we wash our recyclables before putting them in the recycling bin?

What is Carbon Offsetting?

You’ve probably heard about carbon offsetting in some form or another. Perhaps you’ve seen companies claiming to be ‘carbon neutral’ or governments making pledges to work towards ‘net-zero.’ There are lots of hopeful initiatives and projects taking place all over the world and individuals promising to work towards a greener society.

How does recycling save money for business?

Research has indicated that over half of consumers will consider not using a company that they believe has bad ethics.

What happens to recycling after it's collected?

Do you know how recycling collections work in the UK? Or what happens to recycling once it’s been taken away? Let First Mile help you brush up on your recycling knowledge!

Top tips for recycling more at home

With millions of us now working from home, we actually have time to double-check whether that yoghurt pot is recyclable or not. Let’s use this as an opportunity to create some new and improved recycling habits.

10 motivating recycling facts that will make you want to recycle everything!

There are all sorts of reasons why we don’t recycle. It’s too much effort. Or we’re not sure how or where to recycle it. These 10 UK recycling facts show why it’s so important we all keep doing our bit.

Five Reasons Why Recycling Should Be Number One on Your Sustainability Agenda

As a business, you should already have a firm sustainability plan in place. But it should be more than just tipping paper into the recycling or installing hand dryers in the bathrooms.You should be able to see clearly how your company is moving towards a greener and brighter future.

Plastic Free July® and other inspiring initiatives tackling plastic pollution

The problem of plastic pollution can seem overwhelming. We produce over 300 million tonnes of plastic every year, half of which is used to create single-use items. If we want to look after our planet, things need to change. And one way to make a difference is to sign up to Plastic Free July®.

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