Officially opened on Wednesday 28 May, Bristol Waste Company’s new processing facility will transform the region’s recycling capabilities.
The £5m materials recycling facility in Avonmouth is an expansive 2,160 sqm building. It is poised to significantly enhance recycling capabilities for Bristol and the Southwest. By increasing the volume of plastic, metal and cardboard handled and recovered, the new facility will result in less waste and lead to more items being made from recycled materials. This will reduce reliance on unused raw materials and cut carbon emissions.
The new facility houses sorting and processing equipment, increasing Bristol Waste’s capacity to handle a wide range of recyclable materials.
This development, delivered in partnership with Encon Construction, marks a major step forward in both Bristol Waste’s and Bristol City Council’s commitment to providing sustainable waste management solutions.
Richard Williams, Managing Director, Bristol Waste Company, said, “The opening of this new materials recycling facility at Avonmouth is a momentous occasion and marks the start of increased capabilities for our city’s recycling efforts. Bristol has long been a leader in recycling. We’ve held the top spot for recycling amongst comparable English cities for eight years. Whilst we’re doing amazing things already, this investment allows our city and region to reach even greater heights.”
He concluded, “The new facility will provide a significant increase in capacity for processing, including sorting and baling. We are not only improving our own operations, serving the council and our residents, but providing a valued service for businesses across the region to manage their recyclables more sustainably.”
