The Waste Challenge
Commercial washrooms generate significant waste:
Paper products (toilet tissue, hand towels)Packaging from consumablesSanitary wasteCleaning product containersDamaged or replaced equipment
Reducing this waste saves money, demonstrates environmental responsibility, and reduces landfill burden.
Reducing Consumable Waste
Better Products
Higher-quality products reduce waste:
Paper Products
More absorbent tissue means less used per personStronger products don't tear and require multiple attemptsPremium quality actually reduces consumption
Soap and Sanitiser
Better formulations lather well with less productControlled dispensing prevents overuse
Controlled Dispensing
Dispensers that control portions reduce waste dramatically:
Paper Towels
Automatic dispensers that deliver one sheet at a timeInterleaved designs that present one towel when previous is takenReduce consumption by 20-30% compared to open systems
Soap and Sanitiser
Sensor-operated dispensers deliver consistent portionsPrevent the overuse common with manual pump dispensers
Reducing Packaging Waste
Concentrated Products
Concentrated products reduce packaging:
Less plastic per unit of productFewer deliveriesLess storage space needed
Bulk Systems
Larger containers mean less packaging per unit:
Bulk soap refillsLarge-format consumablesReduced delivery frequency
Returnable Packaging
Some products use returnable containers:
Dispensers filled from bulk suppliesContainers collected and refilled
Recycling Opportunities
Paper Products
Paper towels can often be recycled or composted:
Specialist collection for compostingSome recycling programmes accept paper towelsReduces landfill significantly
Plastic Packaging
Recyclable packaging options:
Dispensers made from recycled plasticRecyclable cartridges and containersReduced-plastic alternatives
Sanitary Waste
While sanitary waste requires specialist disposal:
Modern processing recovers energySome systems recover materialsBetter than landfill
Behaviour and Engagement
User behaviour significantly impacts waste:
Awareness
People who understand the impact make better choices:
Simple signage about waste reductionConnection to environmental goalsVisibility of recycling options
Feedback
Showing impact drives improvement:
Share waste reduction achievementsCelebrate progressConnect to broader sustainability efforts
Tracking and Measuring
You can't improve what you don't measure:
Volume Tracking
Monitor waste volumes:
Weight of waste collectedNumber of bags/binsCompare periods
Cost Tracking
Waste has cost implications:
Consumable purchasesWaste disposal costsSavings from reduction
Setting Targets
Specific, measurable targets drive action:
10% waste reduction in 12 monthsSpecific product consumption targetsRecycling rate improvements
How Doves Supports Waste Reduction
Our approach minimises waste:
Quality Products: Better products that reduce per-use consumption
Controlled Dispensing: Systems that prevent overuse
Efficient Packaging: Concentrated and bulk options
Proper Disposal: Recycling and recovery where possible
Measurement Support: Data on your consumption patterns
Contact us on 01480 210999 to discuss waste reduction opportunities.
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