2021 news
Viridor commits to fight against climate crisis by becoming first UK net negative emissions waste company
The waste sector can become a key tool in decarbonising the rest of the economy under new plans announced by Viridor, one of the UK's leading resources and waste management companies. WATCH: Viridor's launch video on our YouTube channel
Viridor pioneers new approach to methane measurement using drones
Viridor is demonstrating its ambition to tackle climate change by supporting the development of new technologies for measuring and reporting methane emissions across its UK landfill sites. Using the latest UAV laser sensor technology, Viridor will gain timely and insightful information to enable the business to meet the industry...
Viridor agrees to sell collections business and majority of recycling locations
On 21st May 2021 Viridor has announced the agreement to sell our collections business and a number of recycling assets to Biffa.
Viridor and HyNet North West to jointly pioneer decarbonisation of the waste industry
HyNet North West is a low carbon energy project at the forefront of the UK’s journey to a net zero future.
Viridor and Rock Solid agree five-year 65ktpa IBA contract
Viridor and Rock Solid Processing have agreed a new five-year contract for the processing of 65,000 tonnes per annum of incinerator bottom ash (IBA) from Dunbar ERF, diverting the material from landfill and returning resources to the UK economy.
Viridor and TOMRA collaborate on Scottish deposit return scheme project
Viridor and TOMRA have formed a partnership which brings extensive recycling expertise and experience together in a bid for the design, build and operation of the Scottish deposit return scheme (DRS) counting and sorting centres.
Food bank, community farm and infant school receive Beddington community benefit fund cash
COVID-19 lockdowns might have changed how many of us live our lives, but the Beddington Community Benefit Fund has continued to support charities across Croydon, Kingston, Merton and Sutton, donating £92,537.75 to 15 projects since March 2020. This brings the total funding to £185,889 since 2016.
Viridor and Clyde Valley Waste Partnership demonstrate waste is a resource and not rubbish
Viridor and the Clyde Valley Waste Partnership successfully divert black bag household waste collections away from landfill, helping not only Scotland meet its landfill diversion target but producing energy direct to the national grid. During the first year of their collaboration 178,000 tonnes has been processed through Viridor’s...
Exeter ERF to supply heat to new carbon emission-reducing heat network
Viridor is supporting plans for a new carbon emission-reducing, energy efficient district heating network which will support efforts to tackle climate change by cutting emissions from a new housing development by up to 70 per cent.
Record-breaking January output for Viridor’s biggest materials recycling facility
Viridor’s biggest materials recycling facility, Crayford MRF, processed a record-breaking 34,841 tonnes of dry mixed recycling in January, up 6.8% on January 2020 when the plant’s output was 32,632 tonnes.
Viridor unveils proposal for new Scottish ERF
Significant landfill diversion, in line with Scottish Government aspirations. Potential to generate enough electricity to power more than half of South Lanarkshire’s homes More than 500 jobs to be created during construction process 55 new, permanent jobs created during operation 46m tonnes of household and similar waste was sent to...
Viridor and Rochford extend contract to continue focus on quality recycling
Viridor has secured a new 18-month contract with Rochford District Council, enabling the company to continue to work residents to prioritise quality and reap increased recycling rewards. An extension through to autumn 2023 is available for both parties to agree in the future.
Viridor to work with Carbon Capture and Storage Association in sector first
Viridor has announced that it has become the first in its sector to join the Carbon Capture and Storage Association (CCSA), emphasising the company’s commitment to pursuing net zero goals.