In the manufacturing waste industry, cardboard waste is can quickly pile up. Delivery boxes, product packaging and materials often get discarded without much thought. However, cardboard is not only highly recyclable but also an excellent opportunity to save money.
Luckily, cardboard is recyclable multiple times, making it a sustainable option when disposed of correctly.
Even better, you can receive tax rebates on your cardboard waste.
By selling your business’s waste card, you can earn more money, while reducing your company’s carbon footprint. If your business produces significant amounts of cardboard waste, it would be smart to separate it and save it in storage.
Recycling specialists can make the most of cardboard waste. By shredding and processing your waste, they can then create new products from the material. Meanwhile, you receive a nice rebate to re-invest in your business.
What are cardboard rebates?
Cardboard rebates are financial incentives provided to businesses that recycle their cardboard waste. These rebates can take different forms, such as:
- Cash payments.
- Refunds on waste management costs.
- Discounts on future waste services.
The rebate value depends on the quantity and quality of the cardboard waste collected. This simple process not only saves you money but also ensures compliance with environmental standards.
Landfill Tax deductions
Landfill Tax applies to any waste disposed of in a landfill. When collectors pick up your cardboard waste for rebate, they ensure its sustainable disposal.
The rebate diverts your waste from ending up in a landfill. This reduces the landfill tax you need to pay, saving your business money.
What do you need to do?
First, undergo a waste audit. If you know how much cardboard waste you create, you can tell if getting a rebate is worth the effort. If your business doesn’t create much cardboard waste, then you might not be eligible.
Then you need to manage and store the cardboard waste you produce. If your business is sustainable then you should already be separating your waste. If not, then look into getting a cardboard waste container. We offer them in a range of sizes, so you can find one that best fits your business’s waste needs.
Know who collects your cardboard. Different buyers have different rules for collection. Waste card must be clean and dry. This usually means removing any tape, plastics or liquids like oil.
Other buyers may require cardboard waste to be ready baled too. We also provide balers to help you compact, manage and store your cardboard waste efficiently. Learn more about our tailored waste management solutions and how we support businesses with efficient recycling processes.
What types of cardboard can be sold for rebates?
- Delivery and pallet boxes
- Sheets and layer pads
- Corrugated cardboard
- Material packaging
- Cardboard signage
- Paperboard
However, some items may not qualify for rebates, including:
- Coated cardboard (certain inks and paints)
- Card with tape, staples, and stitching
- Wet and greasy cardboard
- Cardboard was previously recycled many times
Collection and processing
Your waste management company will collect the cardboard waste from your business site. Sort and bale this cardboard as mentioned.
All the cardboard is taken to a facility where it is organised further based on type and quality. This way, the cardboard is recycled effectively.
Then the waste is then processed, shredded and turned into raw material. It will then be used to make new cardboard products.
The cost of your cardboard and the value of the rebate are calculated. This is based on the weight of your waste and what cardboard is currently worth.
You will then receive your rebate in its agreed form (payment, refund or discount).
Get in touch
Waste rebates show that sustainability pays. Recycling business waste doesn’t just benefit the environment but saves on waste management costs too. If you’re looking to receive a rebate for your waste, get in touch to see how we can help.
Call us today on 01347 821086 or email us at info@agecko.com to schedule a consultation.
