Sustainability

Less Waste.
More Impact.

At Countrystyle Recycling, sustainability isn’t a future ambition, it’s how we work today.

We’re committed to recovering more materials, reducing carbon emissions, and supporting the communities we serve across the South East. We turn waste into new resources, operate with transparency, and continually invest in cleaner, smarter ways of working. Our goal is simple: deliver waste management that makes a positive environmental impact for our customers and the region.

Sustainability in Practice – Not Just in Principle

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of waste diverted from landfill

We concentrate on recovery and reuse, keeping nearly all collected waste out of landfill.

Sustainability in Practice – Not Just in Principle

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of collected food waste is recycled into biogas

Turning waste back into energy used by the grid reduces our reliance on less sustainable energy sources.

Sustainability in Practice – Not Just in Principle

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Received plasterboard waste is repurposed.

Keeping harmful waste out of landfills and reducing the need for virgin materials.
Our Sustainability Focus

Reducing Carbon and Improving Efficiency

Most of our emissions come from transport, so we’re focused on meaningful, measurable reduction.
  • Our ambition: Net Zero by 2040.

Transitioning our fleet to HVO biofuel, cutting carbon emissions by up to 89%.

Trialling electric vehicles and rolling out on-site charging infrastructure.

Using smart routing and co-location to significantly reduce carbon miles.

Powering our operations with 100% renewable electricity.

Independently measuring our carbon footprint through Planet Mark certification.

Building a Circular Economy

We specialise in keeping materials out of landfill and in use for longer. Our circular approach transforms waste into valuable resources across multiple streams:

Plasterboard

We operate the UK’s largest dedicated plasterboard recycling facility, processing over 120,000 tonnes a year. 100% of materials are repurposed into new gypsum and paper for manufacturing.

Wood

We recycle up to 100,000 tonnes of wood waste annually, supplying panel board manufacturers and renewable energy markets.

Food Waste

Through our sister company Verigreen, food waste is processed into renewable energy and nutrient-rich biofertiliser that supports sustainable farming.

Dry Mixed Recycling

Our advanced Materials Recovery Facility maximises the recovery of paper, card, plastics, cans and metals, improving recycling rates and reducing contamination.

Coffee Grounds

In partnership with Envar, we transform coffee waste into low-carbon fuels and soil-enhancing products.

Result: consistent 97%+ landfill diversion, with a clear commitment to zero avoidable landfill.

Protecting Nature and Enhancing Biodiversity

From habitat creation to land improvement, we work to protect and enrich local environments across the South East. Our environmental initiatives include:

  • Habitat creation and management with Habitat Regeneration and FGS Agri.
  • River walk improvements and green space enhancement.
  • Distributing wildlife habitats made from recycled timber — including bird boxes, hedgehog homes and insect hotels.
  • Supporting landowners and councils with sustainable land management.

Sponsor the Green School Awards and deliver recycling workshops in local schools.

Support the Young Lives Foundation, including charity challenges and fundraising.

Provide inclusive employment opportunities, including routes for ex-offenders.

Offer comprehensive employee wellbeing support, including Mental Health First Aiders, GP24 access and development programmes.

Support local sports clubs and community initiatives across Kent.

Supporting People & Communities

Sustainability is also about people. We’re committed to creating social value, supporting local partners, and investing in our workforce.
Careers at Countrystyle
Our Progress

Every year we process hundreds of thousands of tonnes of waste, increase recycling rates, and expand our circular systems.

Through Planet Mark certification, we report our carbon footprint openly and continue working towards our long-term reduction targets.

We’re committed to delivering sustainable waste management that makes a real difference — for our customers, our communities, and our environment.

Download Our 2025 Sustainability Report

For full data, carbon metrics and detailed performance information, download our latest Sustainability Report.

Download Sustainability Report – PDF
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