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Poole achieves record results in recycling and waste recovery

72% of waste taken to the Nuffield Waste Recycling Centre was recycled and recovered during June 2003, making Poole’s Waste Recycling Centre one of the leading facilities in the Country.

More encouraging is that this figure looks set to continue following the Council’s investment in the redevelopment of the site and residents commitment to waste separation.

This facility is currently being modified to ensure maximum efficiency and service delivery is attained for Poole’s residents. Modifications include:

• Provision of additional recycling areas,
• Improved waste segregation and waste recovery areas \n
• New facilities for waste separation contributing to awareness raising and education amongst users. \n
• Improved signage and overall design of the site resulting in reduced waiting times and use of previously redundant space.

More materials than ever before can be recycled, composted, recovered or reused, including glass, paper, steel and aluminium cans, plastic bottles, textiles, cardboard, wood, green waste, metals, bric a brac, soil and rubble, car batteries, engine oil, printer cartridges, fridges and freezers, gas bottles and electrical equipment.

These developments herald the start of an on-going programme of works to achieve sustainable waste management, as outlined in Poole’s adopted Waste Strategy.

Peter Pawlowski Head of Consumer Protection, said; "The figures are excellent and show that Poole is leading the way in waste management. Residents and site staff should be proud of their achievements that exceed any I am aware of nationally. The separation of recyclate is becoming ever more efficient and efforts to secure new markets for new recyclable materials have added to that improvement.

Cllr Jonathan Pethen Portfolio Holder for Environment, added: "The Government has set Poole very challenging targets and it is extremely encouraging to see the community responding to the changes we have made to the site. Further developments are planned and we are additionally reviewing options to improve kerbside recycling services as well".

Louise Colclough, Environmental Officer, Tel: 01202 261702