Meet Clive, our Operations Manager at Southwood At Commercial Recycling, we are proud to showcase the exceptional members of our team who play a crucial role in upholding our commitment to affordability, transparency, and environmental responsibility. Today, we want to shine the spotlight on Clive Loxton, our dedicated and hardworking Operations Manager at our Somerset site. We recently had a chat with Clive to learn more about his outstanding achievements both within and outside of Commercial Recycling. Clive’s Daily Dealings In his role as the operations manager at our Southwood facilit ..read more

Southwood Recycling Centre: Your Trusted Hazardous Waste Disposal Facility Located in Evercreech, near Shepton Mallet, Somerset, Southwood Recycling Centre is fully licensed to handle a wide range of hazardous waste. Read on to find answers to commonly asked questions about tipping your hazardous waste with us. Need more help? Call our friendly team on 01749 830889 1. What types of hazardous waste does the Southwood Recycling Centre accept? Southwood Recycling Centre, managed by Commercial Recycling (Southern) Limited, accepts a wide range of hazardous waste. This includes but is not li ..read more

If you’re in need of an affordable and hassle-free tipping facility in Dorset or Somerset for the disposal of your inert waste, regardless of the quantity, Commercial Recycling is the ideal choice.  We have three locations to choose from for convenient inert tipping near you: High Post Golf Club Inert Facility Southwood Recycling Centre Canford Inert Facility Our comprehensive guide will provide you with a step-by-step walkthrough of the entire process, starting from the initial enquiry all the way to the actual tipping. Our aim is to equip you with the necessary knowledge and tools to en ..read more

At Commercial Recycling (Southern) Ltd (CRSL) we feel really lucky to be located in a location rich with diverse wildlife, scenic walks and pristine beaches so it’s important to us that we help local businesses maintain and preserve the nature surrounding us all. While many individuals have embraced recycling in their homes, offices and commercial spaces often lag in implementing effective recycling practices. The truth is that businesses can play a significant role in reducing waste and conserving resources. In this article, we will explore recycling best practices for offices and commercial ..read more

Exciting news! Our Somerset tip can now accept all hazardous waste. Last month, we received our updated Environmental Permit for Southwood Recycling Centre, meaning we can accept even more waste into our Somerset waste disposal facility. What has changed Prior to this permit change, our Southwood Recycling Centre was limited to the types of waste it could receive. The licence didn’t cover any hazardous waste, therefore, we couldn’t accept waste streams such as asbestos, aerosols, batteries or paints. However, as of September 2023, we have a new licence which allows us to accept all hazardous w ..read more

In England, we generate a staggering 4 to 5 million tonnes of hazardous waste each year, and businesses play a significant role in contributing to this alarming figure. Proper disposal of hazardous waste is not only a legal obligation but also an ethical responsibility. This article serves as a guide to help Dorset businesses navigate the complex world of hazardous waste disposal. The Cleaning Industry Cleaning businesses, while essential for maintaining hygiene, also generate various types of hazardous waste. Here are some common waste types: Cleaning chemicals Used batteries Aerosol cans B ..read more

Inert waste doesn’t pose a threat to the environment, animals or human health when disposed of, however, this doesn’t mean that it should be sent to landfill. Despite the fact that inert waste is unreactive (biologically and chemically), there are still several negative environmental and economic consequences of tipping it at landfills. So why shouldn’t you send it to these sites, and where should you dispose of it? What is inert waste? Before digging into where you should and shouldn’t be disposing of inert waste, we should clarify what we refer to when we use the term. Inert waste is waste m ..read more

CRL (Commercial Recycling) are excited to be working with Highpost Golf Club near Salisbury on a large land transformation project. Using inert waste tipped onsite by our customers, their current driving range will transformed with the addition of slopes and mounds enclosing and undulating the landscape to enhance their customers’ practice area and overall experience at the club. As part of this project, we are also opening a brand new inert tipping facility at Highpost Golf Club. This new facility will be fully licensed to accept all inert waste types from individuals and businesses of all si ..read more

A promotion is always a great reason to catch up with someone, so when we found out that Janette had been promoted to Head of Compliance, we used it as a great excuse to get our pen, paper and set of questions out and have a chat. Janette shared what a typical day usually looks like for her, and a little unknown fact about herself that was impressive when she first told us, but quickly became more impressive as she finished her sentence. Take a read to find out what she was talking about. Tell us a little bit about yourself and your job My job title is Head of Compliance for both Commercial ..read more

According to a recent report from the National Fire Chiefs Council, each year, UK fire and rescue services “attend around 300 significant waste fires,” many of which are caused by the improper disposal of waste. Simply put, many home and business owners are not aware of the extra precautions they should take when handling potentially hazardous waste, such as flammable household items. While this is often an accident, it can lead to significant environmental damage at a time when sustainability is essential to our long-term survival. For example, fires can destroy habitats and pollute air and w ..read more