Does EPR penalise colour in plastic?

Should you use a food waste disposal unit?

Are food waste disposers really a good alternative to a food waste caddy? We look at what manufacturers say, why UK water companies don't recommend sending food waste down the drain, and remind you of all the everyday items, from tea bags to bones and peelings, that can go in your food waste collection. This episode of Recycled Content, is the 'Rubbish Question' from episode 84 of Talking Rubbish, which first aired on 5th March 2026. While every effort has been made to provide the most accurate information, recycling guidance changes quickly and some advice may become outdated over time. Always check with your local council for the rules that apply to recycling in your area. On the main Talking Rubbish podcast, we include an additions and corrections section where we update anything we may have got wrong. These clips come from the weekly show, Talking Rubbish - The Recycling Podcast [https://pod.link/1759333374] We would love you to join our community on Discord [https://discord.gg/8eP3FtfhPf] Special thanks to our sponsor, Ecosurety [https://www.ecosurety.com/] To get exclusive videos and clips, follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/rubbishpodcast/], TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@rubbishpodcast], X [https://x.com/rubbishpodcast], Threads [https://www.threads.net/@rubbishpodcast] or Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/rubbishpodcast/]; @rubbishpodcast or YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@talkingrubbishpodcast]: @talkingrubbishpodcast Or you can contact James and Robbie with questions or just general rubbish musings using the email address talkingrubbishpodcast@gmail.com or by texting them via WhatsApp [https://wa.me/447356069232] on 07356 069 232 Music licence ID: 3GXXBILNPGLYRUZF

Are tree guards recyclable?

Tree guards protect young trees from grazing animals, but if they're not removed in time they can become plastic pollution or even grow into the tree itself. We explore why millions are still used each year, whether biodegradable alternatives really work, why funding schemes often make them the default, and what better options exist for protecting newly planted woodland. This episode of Recycled Content, is the 'Rubbish or Not' from episode 84 of Talking Rubbish, which first aired on 5th March 2026. While every effort has been made to provide the most accurate information, recycling guidance changes quickly and some advice may become outdated over time. Always check with your local council for the rules that apply to recycling in your area. On the main Talking Rubbish podcast, we include an additions and corrections section where we update anything we may have got wrong. These clips come from the weekly show, Talking Rubbish - The Recycling Podcast [https://pod.link/1759333374] We would love you to join our community on Discord [https://discord.gg/8eP3FtfhPf] Special thanks to our sponsor, Ecosurety [https://www.ecosurety.com/] To get exclusive videos and clips, follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/rubbishpodcast/], TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@rubbishpodcast], X [https://x.com/rubbishpodcast], Threads [https://www.threads.net/@rubbishpodcast] or Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/rubbishpodcast/]; @rubbishpodcast or YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@talkingrubbishpodcast]: @talkingrubbishpodcast Or you can contact James and Robbie with questions or just general rubbish musings using the email address talkingrubbishpodcast@gmail.com or by texting them via WhatsApp [https://wa.me/447356069232] on 07356 069 232 Music licence ID: 3GXXBILNPGLYRUZF

Are spray triggers recyclable?

Trigger sprays might seem simple, but they're surprisingly complex. We explore why they were once considered difficult to recycle because of their metal springs, how manufacturers have largely switched to all-plastic mechanisms, and what that means for recycling today. We also unpack the "cap on" recycling advice you'll often see on trigger spray bottles and ask whether we really need such a complicated disposable product in the first place. This episode of Recycled Content, is the 'Rubbish or Not' from episode 83 of Talking Rubbish, which first aired on 26th February 2026. While every effort has been made to provide the most accurate information, recycling guidance changes quickly and some advice may become outdated over time. Always check with your local council for the rules that apply to recycling in your area. On the main Talking Rubbish podcast, we include an additions and corrections section where we update anything we may have got wrong. These clips come from the weekly show, Talking Rubbish - The Recycling Podcast [https://pod.link/1759333374] We would love you to join our community on Discord [https://discord.gg/8eP3FtfhPf] Special thanks to our sponsor, Ecosurety [https://www.ecosurety.com/] To get exclusive videos and clips, follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/rubbishpodcast/], TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@rubbishpodcast], X [https://x.com/rubbishpodcast], Threads [https://www.threads.net/@rubbishpodcast] or Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/rubbishpodcast/]; @rubbishpodcast or YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@talkingrubbishpodcast]: @talkingrubbishpodcast Or you can contact James and Robbie with questions or just general rubbish musings using the email address talkingrubbishpodcast@gmail.com or by texting them via WhatsApp [https://wa.me/447356069232] on 07356 069 232 Music licence ID: 3GXXBILNPGLYRUZF

Does EPR penalise colour in plastic?

Alice on Discord asked whether EPR actually takes pigment into account. The answer is yes, but not as much as you might think. Earlier versions of the assessment, placed much more emphasis on colour, whereas the final PackUK methodology only flags carbon black pigment as a sortation issue. Most other colour-related impacts now sit under the "application" stage, where certain colours can reduce the quality of recycled plastic rather than prevent it from being recycled. There are some material-specific quirks too, like coloured PET bottles being penalised while PET trays aren't, and, perhaps inevitably, there's still plenty of room for debate over what actually counts as "dark blue"! This episode of Recycled Content, is the 'Rubbish Question' from episode 82 of Talking Rubbish, which first aired on 19th February 2026. While every effort has been made to provide the most accurate information, recycling guidance changes quickly and some advice may become outdated over time. Always check with your local council for the rules that apply to recycling in your area. On the main Talking Rubbish podcast, we include an additions and corrections section where we update anything we may have got wrong. These clips come from the weekly show, Talking Rubbish - The Recycling Podcast [https://pod.link/1759333374] We would love you to join our community on Discord [https://discord.gg/8eP3FtfhPf] Special thanks to our sponsor, Ecosurety [https://www.ecosurety.com/] To get exclusive videos and clips, follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/rubbishpodcast/], TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@rubbishpodcast], X [https://x.com/rubbishpodcast], Threads [https://www.threads.net/@rubbishpodcast] or Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/rubbishpodcast/]; @rubbishpodcast or YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@talkingrubbishpodcast]: @talkingrubbishpodcast Or you can contact James and Robbie with questions or just general rubbish musings using the email address talkingrubbishpodcast@gmail.com or by texting them via WhatsApp [https://wa.me/447356069232] on 07356 069 232 Music licence ID: 3GXXBILNPGLYRUZF

Are pumps from soap dispensers recyclable?

Can you recycle soap pumps? This week we dive into why they're more complicated than they look, how new spring-free designs are changing the game, whether it's better to keep reusing your pump with refill bottles, and the fascinating story behind how the humble soap pump became a household essential. This episode of Recycled Content, is the 'Rubbish or Not' from episode 82 of Talking Rubbish, which first aired on 19th February 2026.   While every effort has been made to provide the most accurate information, recycling guidance changes quickly and some advice may become outdated over time. Always check with your local council for the rules that apply to recycling in your area. On the main Talking Rubbish podcast, we include an additions and corrections section where we update anything we may have got wrong. These clips come from the weekly show, Talking Rubbish - The Recycling Podcast [https://pod.link/1759333374] We would love you to join our community on Discord [https://discord.gg/8eP3FtfhPf] Special thanks to our sponsor, Ecosurety [https://www.ecosurety.com/] To get exclusive videos and clips, follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/rubbishpodcast/], TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@rubbishpodcast], X [https://x.com/rubbishpodcast], Threads [https://www.threads.net/@rubbishpodcast] or Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/rubbishpodcast/]; @rubbishpodcast or YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@talkingrubbishpodcast]: @talkingrubbishpodcast Or you can contact James and Robbie with questions or just general rubbish musings using the email address talkingrubbishpodcast@gmail.com or by texting them via WhatsApp [https://wa.me/447356069232] on 07356 069 232 Music licence ID: 3GXXBILNPGLYRUZF