Commercial Food Waste Collection

Hills Waste Solutions ensures that 100% of the food waste we collect is recycled. Through our commercial food waste collection service, food waste is processed via anaerobic digestion. This innovative technology converts food waste into renewable energy, while the residual material is transformed into organic fertiliser, benefiting local agriculture.

Food waste refers to organic, biodegradable material derived from food products. This includes offcuts from food production, expired or uneaten food, and by-products such as vegetable peels, egg shells, and tea leaves. Whether created during food preparation or due to spoilage, commercial food waste recycling ensures these materials are reused rather than discarded.

Yes, improperly disposed of food waste can harm the environment by releasing harmful greenhouse gases, such as methane when sent to landfill. To mitigate this, Hills Waste Solutions offers a dedicated food waste collection service, converting food waste into renewable energy through our food waste recycling process. This helps reduce your carbon footprint while preventing environmental damage.

Non-organic or non-biodegradable items such as packaging including plastic, cardboard, glass and tin should be separated from food waste and disposed of accordingly.

When food waste breaks down naturally in landfills, it releases methane, a potent greenhouse gas. Although small amounts of waste might seem insignificant, the cumulative effect of food waste across the UK can cause serious environmental harm. By using anaerobic digestion, we capture and convert this methane into electricity, turning harmful emissions into valuable energy and reducing the environmental impact of food waste.

 If your business generates food waste then it is mandatory to separate your food waste from general waste and have a separate Food waste collection if you have 10 or more employees. From 31st March 2027 this will also apply to micro firms (with less than 10 employees). 

Yes, if your business has more than 10 employees and generates food waste it will need to comply with Simpler Recycling regulations and will need to have a food waste bin. from 31st march, 2027 all other businesses will also need to comply with the regulations. 

 Yes, tea bags and coffee grounds can be placed in our food recycling bins. 

Yes, generally drink waste is categorised as food waste however large quantities of drink waste are discouraged from placing in the bins as there may be alternative methods of safe disposal. Give one of our team a call and we can advise you.

 Bones, fat and meat are all classified as food waste and can be collected by our service. 

We would recommend food waste should be collected once a week, though some small businesses may find fortnightly is adequate. For larger businesses such as busy restaurants and food production facilities, more frequent collections may be required. Hills will work with your business to find a collection schedule that suits your requirements.

Our food waste bins are available in sizes ranging from 25 litres to 240 litres. When you begin working with Hills, we’ll help you determine the sizes and quantities you need and assess the frequency of collection for your business.

Our food waste bins are lined with a biodegradable liner that is replaced every collection. This prevents residue and debris from settling in the bin that would otherwise cause it to smell.