At Keenan Recycling, every food waste bin collected represents far more than waste removed — it’s a step towards a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future.
From January to August 2025, we reached an important milestone in food waste recycling across the UK:
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1,039,444 food waste bins emptied
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104,413 tonnes of organic material recycled
This achievement highlights the scale of our impact — but more importantly, it reflects the growing commitment of UK households, businesses, and local authorities to tackling food waste head-on.
Why food waste recycling matters in the UK
Food waste is a hidden climate challenge. When left to rot, it produces methane, a greenhouse gas up to 25 times more harmful than CO₂. By recycling food waste, we:
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Prevent harmful emissions that contribute to climate change.
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Generate renewable energy that powers UK homes and businesses.
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Return nutrients to the earth through composting and soil enrichment.
The numbers speak for themselves: in just eight months, our customers have helped recycle enough organic waste to save over 72,000 tonnes of CO₂ — the equivalent of taking tens of thousands of cars off UK roads.
Powering a circular economy
At Keenan Recycling, we don’t just collect bins — we close the loop. By transforming food waste into green energy and natural resources, we ensure that what once seemed like waste becomes part of a sustainable cycle.
The 15.41 gigawatts of renewable energy generated by our partners so far in 2025 is helping to power communities across the UK. That’s proof of the circular economy in action — where waste becomes opportunity, and sustainability fuels progress.
Working together for a sustainable future
None of this would be possible without our customers and partners. From schools and restaurants to local councils and national organisations, everyone plays a vital role in creating a cleaner environment.
Together, we’re not only recycling food waste — we’re building a movement for positive change. And the momentum is growing.
