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We would like to thank the judges of #TheSPARKies2024 and are grateful for your recognition of our efforts. Thrilled to share that we won The Good Award last night! Congratulations to fellow finalists and award winners. Thank you techSPARK uk for hosting this brilliant award ceremony and celebrating the best of tech in the South West. Cheers Colin Dart from SETsquared Exeter, SETsquared Partnership for suggesting that we be nominated for this award.

Ethan Taylor, Philippa Roberts and Sara Binti Azizi had a great time at last night’s ceremony. We belly laughed at jokes by Emmanuel Sonubi, enjoyed yummy food sponsored by Barclays Eagle Labs and drinks sponsored by Ashfords LLP.

Our brilliant co-founder and CEO Philippa Roberts was also a finalist for the Awesome Human Award, she’s an awesome human in our hearts ❤️ Congratulations to the wonderful Tamsin Denbigh for winning this award.

We’d also like to say thank you very much to the category sponsor, Future Talent Group!

A huge shoutout to the amazing DCA PR for an incredible day of filming! They captured our story at Binit and our partnership with our partner (you will need to find out who ). We’re thrilled to share the incredible journey, benefits, and impact this company has had on our business.

Stay tuned for the final video from DCA PR – we can’t wait to share it with you all!

Founded in 1970, the Glastonbury Festival has grown into the UK’s largest music festival, featuring renowned artists like Coldplay and Dua Lipa in its 2024 line-up. Attracting over 210,000 attendees annually, Glastonbury has transformed what could be a significant environmental challenge into a sustainability success story, here’s how they did it

Recycling Revolution 

Glastonbury’s commitment to recycling is nothing short of impressive. The festival recycles or reuses half of all its waste, beating the UK national average. From paper to plastic, Glastonbury ensures that what can be recycled, is recycled. The festival also has its own on-site recycling plant for hand-separating waste for single-stream recycling.

Say Goodbye to Single-Use Plastics!

In 2019, Glastonbury took a bold step by banning single-use plastic bottles. This move alone has prevented millions of plastic items from ending up in landfills. The festival has gone even further, introducing compostable crisp packets and banning disposable vapes. It’s all part of their mission to “Love the Farm, Leave No Trace.”

Creative Upcycling

Glastonbury doesn’t just recycle; it reimagines. The festival has constructed stages from reclaimed materials, turning what might have been waste into works of art. Imagine dancing in an arena built from recycled plastic found littering public spaces!

At Binit, we’re inspired by Glastonbury’s commitment to waste reduction. Our vision and approach to waste management focuses on simplifying waste for events and businesses, emphasizing eco-friendly solutions that align with sustainability goals.

Glastonbury Festival proves that sustainability and celebration can go hand in hand. By tackling waste management head-on and embracing innovative solutions, Glastonbury sets a new standard for eco-friendly events.

If you are a business looking for a recycling collector that lets you achieve net-zero, carbon-neutral or b-corp, book a waste review with us today!

Welcome to that special time of the year again – Plastic Free July! 

Plastic Free July by the Plastic Free Foundation is a worldwide initiative encouraging us to reduce plastic usage and embrace reusable alternatives. By cutting down on plastic pollution, we can enjoy cleaner oceans, streets, and living spaces, fostering beautiful communities (Plastic Free July, 2024).

How to Get Involved

Joining the Plastic Free July challenge is simple. Start by gradually reducing single-use plastics in your daily life, whether at home or in the office. Here are some easy swaps to consider:

• Single-use coffee cup ➜ Reusable coffee cup

• Plastic straw ➜ Reusable straw (metal, paper, bamboo)

• Plastic food container ➜ Reusable food container (glass, stainless, silicone)

• Plastic shopping bag ➜ Reusable shopping bag

“These small changes can make a significant impact.”

The Impact So Far

This movement has inspired over 100 million participants across 190 countries. Remember, every small change you make contributes to a larger global effort. 

By joining the Plastic Free July campaign with Binit, you can help make a massive difference in our community!

Embrace Plastic Free July and be part of a cleaner, greener future. Let’s make this month count!

Looking to make a bigger impact with your business? Book in a review today: https://binituk.com/net-zero/

Are you confused about what goes in which bin? Our fun and handy guide will simplify waste disposal for you. Save the guidelines and never be unsure again!

Binit are honoured to become finalists for The SPARKies 2024 techSPARK UK for not one but TWO awards!

The shortlist for The SPARKies 2024 is out! See if you can spot us under The ‘Good’ Award and our wonderful co-founder and CEO Philippa Roberts under Awesome Human (she truly is awesome).

“The SPARKies is an annual awards ceremony celebrating the best of tech in the South West. Powered by techSPARK, a not-for-profit organisation focused on strengthening and supporting the region’s tech ecosystem, the SPARKies is the largest awards ceremony outside of London.”

We’re looking forward to being surrounded by our South West community. Hope to see you at the awards ceremony on the 11th of July!

Sidmouth International Jazz & Blues Festival was a blast! See if you can spot the first bin Elles Bailey has ever signed 😮 We’re extremely honoured! If you missed out on her performance, you can watch her live at Exeter Phoenix on the 24th of October!

This year marks the second year running that we have provided an events waste management service for Sidmouth International Jazz & Blues Festival.

It’s definitely starting to feel like summer so if you have any upcoming events and need a one-off service, email home@binituk.com or ring 01392 247035.

We had the honour of attending The Wave season opening weekend on Saturday. Good weather, great surf, nice bins⁠ 😉 What’s not to love?

We have worked with The Wave since 2022. Together, we’ve identified imagery that best work for their staff and customers in terms of direction. For example, crisp packets for the rubbish bin and banana peels and pizza slices on their food bin. We also introduced takeaway cups as an additional waste stream for external use as that was one that we pinpointed that contaminated their regular bins. Having plastic bottles and cans as a separate waste stream also helps customers to better recycle as it is clearly signposted.

Did you know, most of the waste vehicle movements are less than 8 miles from The Wave? For a visual representation, click here.

Keep an eye out for fun family activities launching at The Wave for half-term and make sure to put your waste in the right bins when you go!

Read more about Binit in the 2024 The FSE Group Impact Report! In our most recent funding round led by The FSE Group, we received £500,000 equity from the British Business Bank South West Investment Fund (SWIF), marking the fund’s first major equity deal. Page 8/25

FSE Impact Report 2024 FINAL.pdf (thefsegroup.com)

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