Resource efficiency support from WRAP

Regulated businesses that are required to adopt Best Available Techniques in the management of resources and smaller businesses will find this support helpful in making a start with the development and implementation of their resource efficiency plans.

Water efficiency

Two programmes that will be of particular interest are the Federation House Commitment and the Rippleffect. These provide training materials and on-site support to help businesses of all sizes reduce their costs and improve water efficiency.

Waste prevention, minimisation and recycling

As well as the Courtauld Commitment, manufacturers looking to reduce waste can join the Rethink Waste initiative. The initiative is an online training package that offers in-depth publications, case studies, audiocasts and practical support to help businesses on their path to waste prevention.

The Courtauld Commitment helps companies to make efficiencies around food, drink and packaging waste in the UK from both an industry and a consumer perspective:

• Courtauld Commitment

WRAP currently offers support to the hospitality sector through guidance documents for waste minimisation and a directory for the collection of glass.

Industrial symbiosis

WRAP oversees the successful Industrial Symbiosis programme NISP, that provides businesses with tailored support to help maximise the value and business opportunity from using resources.

Resource efficiency helpline

WRAP's expert advisors are able to provide free, confidential and independent advice on all aspects of resource efficiency and key environmental issues to businesses within the UK.

If you have a specific enquiry or wish to discuss waste reduction and sustainability issues, please call the helpline on 0808 100 2040 or fill out an enquiry form.

For further information on these initiatives visit:

• WRAP