We aim to achieve zero waste to landfill by delivering sustainable and cost-saving solutions for general waste streams. We customise our solutions to segregate your waste in line with 'Simpler Recycling' Regulations that were introduced in 2025 by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra).

The 'Simpler Recycling' regulations mean that, all businesses and other non-household premises in England with 10 or more full-time employees must separate plastic, paper and card, glass, metals (cans, tins and foil) and food waste from general waste. The goal is to save valuable resources from being discarded and provide fresh impetus to the circular economy here in the UK.

For most businesses, the biggest change will be that you can no longer use a general waste bin for all your waste. However not all waste can be recycled and general waste will be what's left. We create efficient and responsible solutions for these waste streams, offering zero waste to landfill and promoting waste to energy (see below).

Elite do also offer innovative re-use options and also have access to an advanced plastic recycling plant where plastic material currently considered ‘unrecyclable’, such as post-use, polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE) plastics can be converted into stable, premium hydrocarbon products, that can be used to manufacture new plastics. This is waste that would have typically gone to landfill or incineration.

We help reduce costs and the harmful impact of landfill by promoting Energy from Waste (EfW) processes – including Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF) and Solid Recovered Fuel (SRF). Both fuels are comprised of non-hazardous municipal waste that has been sorted and processed – removing recyclables, organics and fines. Our established EfW supply chains across Europe offer a sustainable alternative to waste removal with significant savings.

We offer both on-site and off-site shredding services for businesses across the UK. We understand the importance of securely disposing of all types of sensitive or confidential waste. And we responsibly destroy materials to comply with the latest UK legislation and General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).

Hazardous waste disposal is a strictly regulated market that must meet industry standards. Our team’s extensive knowledge of specialist and hazardous waste will identify the safest waste removal strategy for your business. We’ll help you understand your legal requirements, expertly manage disposal, and ensure that all necessary documentation, tracing and licensing is provided.

Businesses are obligated to dispose of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) responsibly and divert office computers, kitchen appliances and electrical equipment from landfill. We customise our electrical waste solutions – offering sustainable UK-wide advice on container types, waste collection and using authorised treatment facilities to ensure you comply with environmentally-friendly regulations.