Recycling and Sustainability at Storage Old Coulsdon
Storage Old Coulsdon is committed to operating as responsibly as possible, with a clear focus on eco-friendly waste disposal and sustainable rubbish removal. Our aim is to make it easy for customers to do the right thing with unwanted items, while we work in line with local authority guidance and best practice across Old Coulsdon, Croydon and nearby areas.
Our Recycling Percentage Target
We have set a clear recycling percentage target to guide everything we do on site. By the end of next year, our goal is to divert at least 85 percent of all customer-generated waste away from landfill through recycling, reuse, and responsible processing. We monitor the volumes and types of material leaving our eco-friendly waste disposal area so that we can continue to improve our performance over time.
This recycling target covers everyday materials such as cardboard, mixed paper, plastics, scrap metal and wood, as well as furniture and household goods removed from storage units. Where items cannot be reused directly, we work with approved partners to separate recyclable components wherever possible, in line with the borough’s approach to waste separation and material recovery.
Eco-Friendly Waste Disposal Area On Site
Our eco-friendly waste disposal area is designed to help customers sort and place their unwanted items quickly and responsibly. Clear signage and labelled containers show where to put common recyclables such as cardboard packaging, stretch wrap, metal fixtures, and certain plastics. We encourage customers to flatten boxes, separate clean materials from general rubbish, and keep recyclable items dry so that they can be processed more effectively.
The layout of the area mirrors local recycling practices used across the borough, with a focus on separating recyclables from residual rubbish at the earliest stage. This not only improves recycling rates but also reduces the amount of waste that needs to be transported to general disposal facilities, lowering the overall environmental impact of each clearance.
Sustainable Rubbish Removal Services
For customers who need help clearing out a unit, we provide a sustainable rubbish removal service that prioritises reuse and recycling over disposal. Before anything is treated as waste, we look for suitable reuse routes, including donations to partner charities and community organisations. Items that cannot be reused are carefully sorted, so that recyclable materials are recovered before the remainder is sent to residual waste facilities.
Our team is trained to assess items for their potential to be recycled or repurposed and to follow local guidance on separating different material streams. This helps to ensure that the bulk of the material collected through our sustainable rubbish removal area is dealt with in the most environmentally conscious way available.
Local Transfer Stations and Responsible Routing
Storage Old Coulsdon works with approved local waste transfer stations that operate under strict environmental regulations. These facilities sort and bulk up recyclable materials collected from our site, in line with the Croydon and wider South London approach to recycling and recovery. Whenever possible, we prioritise transfer stations that demonstrate strong recycling performance and transparent reporting.
By using nearby facilities, we keep transport distances short, which reduces fuel use and associated emissions. The combination of good on-site separation at our eco-friendly waste disposal area and effective processing at local transfer stations is central to meeting our recycling percentage target and minimising landfill use.
Partnerships With Charities and Reuse Organisations
Reusing items is often even better for the environment than recycling them, which is why we maintain partnerships with local charities and reuse organisations. When customers clear units, suitable items such as furniture, household goods, books, and small electricals can often be diverted for donation rather than disposal.
Our team can advise customers on what is typically accepted by local good causes, and we help to keep donated items clean, dry, and ready for collection. These partnerships extend the life of usable goods, reduce demand for new products, and directly benefit people and projects in Old Coulsdon and surrounding communities.
Low-Carbon Vans and Cleaner Transport
Transport plays a big role in the environmental impact of any rubbish removal service, so we are steadily upgrading our fleet towards lower-emission options. Our low-carbon vans are chosen for fuel efficiency and reduced emissions, and we plan routes carefully to minimise unnecessary mileage when collecting or transporting items from our sustainable rubbish removal area.
Where feasible, we group collections and deliveries in similar locations, further cutting down on journeys and saving fuel. Working with local transfer stations and nearby partners means our low-carbon vans spend less time on the road, helping to reduce congestion and improve local air quality.
Supporting Local Recycling Practices
Storage Old Coulsdon aligns its on-site recycling guidance with the systems used by the local borough, so that customers find the process familiar and straightforward. Many residents are used to separating materials such as paper, cardboard, glass, metals, plastics, and food waste at home, and we build on those habits by signposting similar separation principles within our eco-friendly waste disposal area.
We stay informed about local changes to recycling rules, including which plastics are accepted, how mixed materials are handled, and any updates to the way transfer stations process waste. This helps us to give accurate advice and ensure that the materials we collect have the best possible chance of being recycled.
Continuous Improvement and Customer Involvement
Our recycling and sustainability approach is an ongoing journey. We review how materials flow through our site, update our containers and signage, and look for new ways to support eco-friendly waste disposal and sustainable rubbish removal across Old Coulsdon. Feedback from customers is an important part of this process, helping us to understand which recycling options are most useful and where further improvements can be made.
By choosing Storage Old Coulsdon and using our recycling facilities thoughtfully, customers directly contribute to higher recycling rates, less waste going to landfill, and lower carbon emissions from rubbish removal. Together, we can make storage and clearances more sustainable for the local area and beyond.
