A Sustainable Partnership with The Waterside Inn

At Cookham Waste, we believe in doing things differently. We’re a local, family-run business, and our commitment to sustainability runs deep. That’s why we were thrilled to partner with The Waterside Inn, one of the country’s most celebrated restaurants, to tackle the challenge of food waste and improve their environmental impact. Together, we’ve developed a bespoke waste management plan that’s both effective and environmentally friendly, showing how a personalised approach can make all the difference.

Our Journey with The Waterside Inn

The Waterside Inn, nestled along the beautiful River Thames, is a three Michelin-starred restaurant known for its exceptional cuisine and commitment to quality. But what many might not know is that they are also passionate about sustainability. With the addition of a new culinary school and kitchen garden, they’ve taken great strides to ensure their operations are as green as possible. When they approached us, they were looking for a local waste management partner who could provide a tailored service that would align with their high standards and sustainability goals.

The Challenge

The challenge was clear: The Waterside Inn needed a waste management solution that would reduce their environmental footprint, cut costs, and keep the peace with their neighbours. They generate a substantial amount of waste, and with their unique residential setting, any solution had to be sensitive to the surroundings. Our job was to find a way to handle their waste that maximised recycling, minimised noise, and reduced the overall waste sent to landfill.

OUR SOLUTION

We started by working closely with Alain Roux and his team to understand their specific needs and the unique challenges of their location. We’re not a one-size-fits-all kind of company – we pride ourselves on providing bespoke solutions that really work. Here’s how we tackled it:
- Customised Collection Service: We use smaller vehicles that are perfect for navigating the narrow streets around The Waterside Inn, ensuring minimal noise and disturbance to the local residents. And after each collection, we swap out their bins with fresh, clean ones – a simple step that helps keep everything neat and hygienic.
- Maximising Recycling: Our approach to waste management always focuses on extensive recycling. By sorting and recycling as much as possible, we significantly reduce the volume of general waste. This not only supports The Waterside Inn’s sustainability goals but also helps reduce their waste disposal costs.
- Zero to Landfill: We’re proud to operate on a zero to landfill policy, meaning all the waste we collect is either recycled or repurposed in some way. This was a perfect match for The Waterside Inn’s vision of creating a sustainable operation that’s also cost-effective.

The Impact

Since partnering with The Waterside Inn, we’ve seen a dramatic reduction in their waste-related costs and a positive impact on their overall environmental footprint. By cutting down on waste sent to landfill and increasing recycling rates, we’ve helped them move closer to their sustainability goals.

The compost produced by their state-of-the-art closed-loop food waste unit has been a game-changer. It’s not only enriched their kitchen garden, providing fresh herbs and plants for their dishes, but it’s also allowed them to give back to the local community. They’ve been able to support the Nature’s Haven Healing Garden in Maidenhead, a fantastic project that brings the benefits of green space to local residents.

Conclusion

At Cookham Waste, we believe in making a difference – not just for our customers, but for the environment and our community as well. Working with The Waterside Inn has shown what’s possible when local businesses collaborate with a shared commitment to sustainability. It’s been a rewarding journey, proving that with the right approach, we can turn waste into something wonderful.

We’re proud to be part of The Waterside Inn’s journey towards a more sustainable future, and we’re excited to see where this partnership takes us next. Together, we’re not just managing waste; we’re redefining it.

Read the full article in the Waterside Inn 2024 Magazine

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