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MyRecorra – Your Online Hub for Everything Recorra

Recorra’s all new portal - for all your recycling data, resources and service insights.

Carbon neutral and net zero - what’s the difference?

Confused by these terms? Not sure which one your company should commit to? Read on for all the answers.

Why green procurement will level up your company’s sustainability

To coincide with our launch of our SustainABLE procurement programme, we’re discussing why sustainability needs to be at the heart of your procurement. Green procurement might be the very thing missing from your organisation’s green agenda.

We chat all things circular, sustainable and entrepreneurial with Sejuiced and The Juice Round founder, Sylvia Garvin

Need some January inspiration from a founder specialising in eco-friendly healthy drinks? Read on as we dish the dirt on how Sylvia has shaken up the industry for the better.

Is mitigating food waste the key to the net zero recipe?

If you haven’t yet made the connection between food waste and climate change, you’re not alone. In fact, you’re on a level with two thirds of the population. We delve into how keeping food on plates and out of bins is a key element in reaching net zero.

Recorra staff are 'charging' ahead

We spoke to some of our forward-thinking staff who have already taken the brave leap to go electric. Read on to find out about their experiences

Rory reflects on COP26

Our Head of Sustainability takes us through a brief rundown of what happened and what it all means for businesses and individuals alike.

Recorra acquires Hastings based recycling company, Reef Environmental

We've acquired Reef Environmental, a waste and recycling collector based in Hastings to grow our coverage in the South

What does COP26 and Recorra have in common?

As COP26 is in full swing, we’re taking the opportunity to chat about how we, at Recorra, contribute to the 4 central goals set out by the summit.

A deep dive into 'blue carbon'

Find out what 'blue carbon' is, and why it's so important it's not overlooked

26 things you need to know about COP26

Paris 2015 promised, Glasgow 2021 MUST deliver.

Recorra's Pathway to deliver a SustainABLE Future

Climate change is one of the greatest threats of our time. Building a low carbon, net zero future is part of the solution and not achieving this jeopardises our collection future.

It’s not all about the bin! 

Reliable sourcing of products is just as important as what you’re putting in the bin. We’ll show how what you purchase can affect your carbon emissions and what low carbon alternatives are out there to help you become an environmental champion.

‘Sack’ off wish-cycling

Haven’t heard of wish-cycling before? We bet you’ve been doing it without even knowing.

Engage for success

This Recycle Week we're introducing you powerful tools to improve your staff engagement.

Recycling 101

To honour the beginning of this year's Recycle Week, it’s time to get cracking on the fundamentals.

Get ready for #RecycleWeek

Our agenda for this year’s Recycle Week is truly action packed - so let’s get involved and ‘Step it up’!

Process the IPCC report with us

Confused and harrowed by the latest IPCC report? Look no further. We discuss the key takeaways and how to positively process them. 

Day in the life of a Recorra Driver

Have you ever wondered what it feels like to be on the other side of a waste collection? Join me, Hattie Lindsey, on my journey of exploration. Swapping the security of my office chair, for a passenger seat on one of our new electric trucks.