Recycling and Sustainability at Storage Merton
Storage Merton is committed to eco-friendly waste disposal and sustainable rubbish removal throughout the borough and surrounding areas. From the moment you move in to the moment you clear out your unit, we work to minimise what goes to landfill and maximise what can be reused or recycled locally.
Our approach aligns with the wider focus on waste separation and recycling in the area, supporting local efforts to divert materials away from residual waste and towards more sustainable outcomes.
Our Recycling Percentage Target
We have set a clear recycling percentage target: to recycle or reuse at least 85 percent of all materials we handle through our eco-friendly waste disposal area by the end of next year. This includes cardboard, paper, plastics, scrap metal, electronic items, textiles and reusable furniture.
To reach and then exceed this target, we continuously review how materials are collected, sorted and transferred. We encourage customers to separate recyclables before they arrive and to use our marked containers for different waste streams. By working together, we can reduce mixed rubbish and make sustainable rubbish removal the default choice, not the exception.
Eco-Friendly Waste Disposal Area On Site
Our dedicated eco-friendly waste disposal area is designed to make responsible clearing out as simple as possible. Clearly labelled sections for cardboard, paper, plastics, metals, electronics and general waste help ensure that recyclable materials do not end up in residual bins.
In line with the boroughs approach to waste separation, we promote a simple system of sorting: clean, dry recyclables in one area, re-usable items in another, and only non-recyclable material in the residual section. Our team can provide guidance on what can and cannot be recycled locally, so you can be confident that you are disposing of items in the most sustainable way available.
Sustainable Rubbish Removal Services
When you need help clearing a unit, moving out of a property or managing business waste, our sustainable rubbish removal area and services are there to support you. We always aim to separate materials at source, prioritising reuse and recycling well before any disposal options are considered.
Our crews are trained to spot items that can be diverted to recycling facilities, donated to charity or offered for reuse. This reduces the amount of mixed waste and helps us maintain high recycling performance in line with local environmental goals.
Working With Local Transfer Stations
Storage Merton works closely with approved local transfer stations to ensure that all waste is processed responsibly. These facilities handle sorting and onward transport of materials to recycling plants, reprocessing centres and energy-from-waste facilities where appropriate.
By using reputable transfer stations in and around the borough, we reduce travel distances and help maintain transparent, traceable waste streams. This local focus also supports the boroughs wider strategy on managing household and commercial waste, including food waste collections, dry mixed recycling and separate glass collections in many areas.
Partnerships With Charities and Reuse Organisations
Many items that leave storage units still have plenty of life left in them. To keep these items in circulation, we work with local charities and reuse organisations who can accept furniture, household goods, clothing, books, toys and selected electrical items.
Where possible, we encourage customers to set aside reusable items for donation instead of putting them into the general waste stream. Our team can direct you towards suitable partners so these goods can support community projects, charity shops or reuse schemes. This approach not only reduces the volume of waste reaching transfer stations, it also supports social value and community benefit across Merton and neighbouring boroughs.
Low-Carbon Vans and Smarter Transport
Transport is a key part of sustainable rubbish removal, which is why we are gradually shifting our fleet towards lower-carbon vehicles. Our aim is to operate predominantly low-carbon vans for collections, deliveries and removal services, helping to cut emissions on local roads.
We plan routes carefully to avoid unnecessary journeys, consolidate collections where possible and make best use of each vehicle load. By combining efficient logistics with fuel-efficient and lower-emission vans, we reduce the environmental footprint of every collection and transfer trip.
Supporting Local Recycling Practices
We recognise that different boroughs in the area have developed their own systems for recycling, including separate containers for paper and card, mixed containers for plastics and cans, and distinct caddies or bins for food and garden waste. Storage Merton aims to complement these systems rather than duplicate or confuse them.
Our guidance for customers reflects local practices: we promote clean, sorted recyclables, encourage separation of glass where required, and highlight the importance of keeping food and liquids out of dry recycling streams. This makes it easier for local transfer stations and recycling facilities to process materials efficiently and maintain high-quality recycling output.
How Customers Can Help
Every customer plays a role in making our eco-friendly waste disposal area and sustainable rubbish removal services effective. You can help by planning ahead when clearing a unit, separating items into recyclables, reusables and residual waste before you arrive, checking which items can be donated to charity, and avoiding contaminating recyclables with food, liquids or non-recyclable materials.
By choosing Storage Merton and following these simple steps, you support local recycling targets, reduce carbon emissions and help keep valuable materials in use for longer. Together, we can keep our borough cleaner, greener and more sustainable for the future.
