Event Waste: Smarter Recycling for Festivals, Conferences, and Venues

From food stalls and drinks packaging to stage build materials and marketing leaflets, events can generate huge amounts of waste in a very short space of time.

Without a clear plan, bins overflow, recycling rates plummet, and costs escalate.

At Benji Waste, we help organisers of festivals, conferences, exhibitions, and venues set up tailored waste solutions—making events cleaner, greener, and more cost-effective.

Why Event Waste Management Matters

Compliance with Recycling Rules

By March 2025, all businesses in England must separate food waste and key recyclables (glass, plastics, paper, card, and cans). Event organisers will need to provide the right bins and ensure compliant collections.

Protecting Reputation

Visitors notice when event spaces are clean, well managed, and sustainable. A strong recycling presence can boost brand image and attract environmentally conscious attendees and sponsors.

Cost Efficiency

Mixed general waste is expensive. Segregating streams such as cardboard, cans, and glass bottles can reduce disposal costs and improve recycling performance.

Common Event Waste Challenges

• High volumes of food and drink packaging in a short time frame

• Glass bottles and cans piling up at bars and catering areas

• Limited space and time to set up waste stations

• Large crowds leading to contamination of recycling bins

• Need for flexible collections before, during, and after events

How Benji Waste Supports Event Organisers

We provide flexible and scalable waste solutions designed for temporary and permanent event spaces:

• On-Site Waste Stations – clear, well-labelled bins to reduce contamination

• Food Waste Collections – keeping catering areas compliant and hygienic

• Glass & Mixed Recycling – dedicated collections for bottles, cans, and plastics

• Pre- and Post-Event Services – waste removal before build-up and after breakdown

• Sustainability Reporting – recycling and landfill diversion data for sponsors and ESG reporting

Smarter Events, Cleaner Outcomes

Waste management is a critical part of running successful events. With the right systems in place, organisers can reduce costs, meet compliance requirements, and showcase their commitment to sustainability.

Smarter Bins. Cleaner Events. Stronger Brands.

At Benji Waste, we deliver reliable, scalable event waste solutions across the UK.

Whether you’re hosting a local festival, a national exhibition, or managing a venue year-round, we’ll help you keep spaces clean, compliant, and cost-effective.

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