We caught up with Adam Page from Recorra, a waste management company specializing in innovative solutions for the hospitality industry. Representing New Business, Adam is dedicated to helping restaurants improve their sustainability practices. Adam and his team are proud to support the recently launched Sustainability Checklist, bringing their expertise to this important initiative.
Adam, what is your role at Recorra?
Day to day, my role is to welcome new customers to Recorra across the south coast, mainly in Brighton and its surrounding areas.
I also manage the relationships during the initial stage of customers joining us before handing them over to our account managers and help desk team.
How would you describe Recorra to hospitality businesses unfamiliar with your services?
Beyond collecting bins, we’re helping businesses become blueprints for sustainability.
With a 99% collection success rate and over 20 industry awards in the last 2 years, there’s no one quite like Recorra.
We deliver real recycling solutions to organizations looking to reduce their carbon footprint and promote a circular economy.
What services do Recorra offer the hospitality industry?
We offer a range of services and currently recycle 38 different waste streams.
Specific streams for the hospitality industry include food waste, glass, cardboard, mixed recycling, and general waste. We also offer niche streams such as coffee cup recycling and Vegware recycling.
Which awards has Recorra won?
This autumn, we’re thrilled to have won three awards:
* The Circular and Recycling Award for Product Recycling (in partnership with Tork/Essity) at the National Sustainability Awards for our industry-first paper towel recycling.
* The Social Sustainability Award at the Office Friendly 30th Conference.
* The Bronze Award for Waste Reduction & Minimisation (in partnership with the National Theatre) at the Global Good Awards.
Is there any new legislation that Recorra is working towards for the hospitality industry?
There is new legislation coming into effect before 31st March 2025.
This will require all businesses with more than 10 employees to start segregating food waste, glass, and dry mixed recyclables (cardboard, paper, plastics, and cans).
What are the key challenges Recorra faces locally and on a larger scale?
In Brighton, a major challenge is the restrictions set by the T zones, which prevent leaving bins or sacks out between 9 am and 6 pm.
When these restrictions came into force, they significantly impacted hospitality businesses. With upcoming legislation, recycling more waste streams will become even more challenging for these businesses, which currently generate mostly general waste.
Where would you recommend for brunch and dinner in Brighton or Sussex, and why?
The Coal Shed on North Street is highly recommended; they recycle multiple waste streams with us. Food For Friends is also excellent for any occasion. As a coffee enthusiast, I highly recommend FIKA Hove and BRODWOLF in Hove for their great coffee.
What do you enjoy most about the hospitality industry in Sussex?
The variety across the city is incredible. You can find diverse breakfast, lunch, and dinner options on any street, from international cuisines to quaint independents and large chains, along with great retail shops.
If a Sussex business wants to learn more about Recorra, what should they do?
I’d love to help increase your recycling efforts and make the transition to new legislation smooth. I am happy to conduct a site visit to discuss specific servicing needs.
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