What can go in my green bin?

May 20, 2020 | Commercial Recycling, Household Recycling

One of the most asked question we get at Jeffries is  Do you accept ‘…’? or, Can i put ‘….’ in my green bin? It’s for good reason. It can be so confusing with different certifications, conflicting information and with green...

What it means to be certified compostable

Jan 6, 2020 | Commercial Recycling, Household Recycling

Compostable defines a product that is capable of decomposing into natural elements, leaving no toxicity in the soil. If a material is considered compostable, controlled composting process should transform it into organic matter within 3 months, while under normal...

50 Things Not To Put In Your Green Bin

Oct 8, 2018 | Commercial Recycling, Household Recycling

Closing The Loop

Oct 4, 2018 | Commercial Recycling, Household Recycling

All your food scraps and leftovers that you put into your green bin or commercial food organics bin, once delivered to Jeffries, they will be turned into quality compost, soil and mulch in the most sustainable way...

What happens to food waste in landfill?

Aug 28, 2018 | Commercial Recycling, Household Recycling

5.3  million tonnes  of food that is intended for human consumption is thrown away. 7.6 million tonnes of carbon dioxide will be generated from food waste disposed in landfill over the life of its decay. 2.2  million tonnes of food is lost from commercial and...

Compostable and Biodegradable Packaging

Jun 27, 2018 | Commercial Recycling, Household Recycling

What is the major difference between compostable and biodegradable packaging? Compostable packaging is made of plant materials which decomposes into natural elements, leaving no toxicity in the soil. Contrarily biodegradable packaging have additives that over time...