The Recycling Association was formed in 2009 to extend members’ influence to a wider range of recycling activities. Today, we have more than 80 members with a combined turnover in excess of £2 billion. We are the largest UK network of independent waste and recycling operators with a membership covering the whole of the British Isles. Click here for our
Over 2 million tonnes of recyclate is produced each year by our members. This feedstock is used by re-processors across the world, saving valuable natural resources that would otherwise go to landfill and making a substantial contribution to the UK’s balance of payments.
Our members work closely with their local communities to promote recycling and recover materials. Although the prime activity of our members remains waste paper recovery, many recycle other materials such as plastics, steel and aluminium cans, wood and textiles. Many also provide security shredding and waste management services.
The recycling industry is maturing and has an increasing focus on higher quality material supply. Part of our role is to help members meet this challenge. We believe that we cannot do so in isolation and that the responsibility for quality lies with the full supply chain. To support this, we have launched the
Full Membership of the Association is open to any business or organisation directly operating in the recycling industry. Only Full Members carry voting rights within the Membership. Cost of Full membership is £800 per year.
Associate Membership of the Association is open to any business or organisation that is not in itself directly operating in the recycling industry and so not being eligible for Full Membership. Cost of Associate membership is £500 per year.
6. To provide a source of information for Members on matters relating to the waste and recycling industry, including:
The Recycling Association represents more than 80 UK recycling organisations producing more than 2 million tonnes of recyclate a year. We are the largest network of independent waste and recycling operators in the UK with a combined annual turnover in excess of £2 billion.
Together, The Recycling Association members provide recycled material to re-processors in the UK and across the world. This allows manufacturers to use sustainable recycled materials, reduces the amount of needless landfilling and cuts reliance on single use commodities. Furthermore, our members make a substantial contribution to the United Kingdom's balance of payments. Click here to read more about
Founded in 1975 to represent independent recovered paper merchants, our membership is now open to all businesses in the waste management and recycling industries. This allows us to meet the needs of a dynamic and growing recycling industry. Our current membership covers a diverse material range. Click here for current
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