Recycling and Sustainability
Recycling and Sustainability at Kennington Movers
Kennington Movers is committed to eco-friendly waste disposal and sustainable rubbish removal across Kennington and the surrounding boroughs. From home moves to office clearances, we work to minimise landfill, maximise reuse and recycling, and lower the carbon impact of every journey we undertake.
Our Recycling Percentage Target
We have set a clear recycling and reuse target: a minimum of 90 percent of all waste arising from our removals, clearances, and decluttering projects will be diverted away from landfill. This includes reuse through charity partnerships, item refurbishment, and separation of materials at approved local transfer stations.
To achieve this target, our teams are trained to sort items at the point of collection wherever possible. Furniture, textiles, electrical items, metal, wood, cardboard, and mixed recyclables are kept separate so that they can be handled through the most sustainable route available. We regularly review our performance and work with our waste management partners to improve our diversion rate over time.
Eco-Friendly Waste Disposal Across Local Boroughs
The areas we serve, including Kennington and surrounding boroughs, operate structured waste separation schemes for residents and businesses. These usually include separate streams for general waste, dry mixed recycling, food waste, garden waste, bulky items, and electricals. Kennington Movers aligns our services with these local approaches, so that the items we remove fit naturally into the existing recycling systems.
Where local boroughs encourage separation of paper and cardboard, glass, metals, and plastics, we mirror this in how we load and sort during a move or clearance. For garden waste and timber, we work with facilities that chip, compost, or repurpose materials instead of disposing of them as mixed rubbish. This alignment helps us deliver truly sustainable rubbish removal that works with public infrastructure rather than against it.
Local Transfer Stations and Material Recovery
Kennington Movers partners with licensed local transfer stations and material recovery facilities that prioritise recycling and resource recovery. Using these facilities enables us to ensure that the majority of mixed loads are mechanically and manually sorted, increasing the proportion of materials that can be recycled or reused.
At these transfer stations, items such as metals, clean wood, cardboard, paper, plastics, and aggregates can be separated and processed. We favour facilities that publish their recycling performance and demonstrate a clear commitment to reducing landfill dependence. Our team keeps up to date with any changes in local disposal rules so that your waste is always handled in line with the latest environmental standards.
Partnerships With Charities and Reuse Networks
Reuse sits at the heart of sustainable rubbish removal. Before anything is treated as waste, we work to identify items that can be donated to local charities, social enterprises, and community projects. This is especially relevant for furniture, household goods, clothing, and certain electricals that are in safe and usable condition.
By directing suitable items into second-hand networks, we extend their life, cut down on the need for new products, and support community organisations. Our staff are trained to recognise which items are likely to be accepted by charity partners, so that during a house move or office clearance, reusable pieces are set aside and documented separately from genuine waste.
Low-Carbon Vans and Smarter Routing
Transport is a major contributor to the environmental impact of any removals company. Kennington Movers operates a growing fleet of low-carbon vans, including modern fuel-efficient models and, where routes and charging infrastructure allow, lower-emission alternatives. We carefully plan loads and schedules to reduce unnecessary mileage and empty running.
By consolidating collections within Kennington and neighbouring boroughs, and combining moves with eco-friendly waste disposal trips to local transfer stations, we cut down on fuel use and emissions. We also ensure all vehicles are maintained to high standards, including tyre pressures and regular servicing, which further reduces their environmental footprint.
Sustainable Rubbish Removal for Homes and Businesses
Whether you are clearing a single room, an entire house, or an office, our sustainable rubbish removal service is designed to be both convenient and environmentally responsible. We can remove old furniture, white goods, electronics, archive materials, fixtures, fittings, and general clutter, all handled in a way that prioritises reuse and recycling.
For commercial clients, we can work alongside in-house facilities teams to ensure that confidential materials are shredded and recycled, IT equipment is processed through approved schemes, and bulky fixtures are dismantled so that recyclable components are recovered. For households, we offer guidance on what can be donated, what can be recycled through borough schemes, and what we will take away as part of our eco-friendly waste disposal service.
Supporting Local Recycling Habits
We actively encourage customers to follow the recycling guidance provided by their local council. Separate food waste, dry recycling, garden waste, and glass collections all play a vital role in making our wider efforts more effective. When we arrive on site, any pre-sorted materials are integrated into our own processes so that they reach the right transfer stations or charity partners.
By combining your own day-to-day recycling efforts with our professional, sustainable rubbish removal services, we can collectively reduce landfill use, cut emissions, and support a more circular local economy. Kennington Movers is proud to play its part in building a greener future for Kennington and its neighbouring communities.
