Recycling & Waste Management
Sustainable construction waste management achieving industry-leading recycling rates
Sustainable Demolition Recycling
At DSM, we are committed to sustainable demolition practices that minimize environmental impact while maximizing material recovery. Our comprehensive recycling and waste management systems ensure that materials from demolished buildings are properly segregated, processed, and diverted from landfill wherever possible.
We prioritize waste segregation at source, operating on-site sorting facilities and working with licensed waste carriers to ensure all materials reach appropriate recycling or recovery facilities. This approach not only reduces environmental impact but also provides significant cost savings by avoiding landfill taxes.
Material Segregation & Processing
Our on-site waste management teams systematically separate materials into distinct waste streams: concrete and masonry for crushing into aggregate, metals for scrap recycling, timber for energy recovery or reuse, and plastics for specialized processing. This meticulous approach ensures maximum diversion from landfill while maintaining strict compliance with environmental regulations.
The Waste Hierarchy
Prevention
Reduce waste at source through efficient planning
Reuse
Direct salvage of materials and components
Recycle
Process materials into new products
Recovery
Energy recovery from suitable materials
Disposal
Landfill only as last resort
Material Recycling Streams
Concrete & Masonry
Crushed on-site or at licensed facilities to create recycled aggregate for:
- Piling mats and construction fill
- Road sub-base material
- New concrete production
Metals
Separated into ferrous and non-ferrous streams for:
- Steel and iron recycling (98% recovery rate)
- Copper, aluminum, and brass recovery
- Direct revenue generation from scrap
Timber
Graded and processed for:
- Reuse in construction projects
- Chipboard and panel production
- Energy recovery with carbon capture
Soils & Aggregates
Tested and reused where possible:
- On-site reuse for landscaping
- Clean fill for other projects
- Contaminated soil remediation
Our Environmental Commitment
DSM is committed to the principles of the circular economy, ensuring that materials from demolition projects are kept in productive use for as long as possible. By minimizing waste, maximizing recycling, and prioritizing sustainable practices, we contribute to the UK’s construction waste targets while delivering cost-effective solutions for our clients.
£126/tonne
Landfill tax avoided through recycling
100%
Licensed waste carriers used
Digital
Waste tracking systems
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