We‘ve partnered with the wonderful Zap Waste Systems to help our customers - from indi-café’s to multi-site contract caterers (and everything in between) - access commercial composting collections across the UK. This means, through Zap, that you can now connect with waste providers local to you who will collect your compostable packaging and deliver it to certified composting facilities. It’s fair to say, we’re very excited!

Why Work with Zap Waste Systems?

If you’ve made the switch to compostable packaging, you probably want to see it go to a composting facility. Working with Zap Waste Systems makes this really simple and they will offer you tailored advice for your business, as well as finding a compostable collection service near you.

Why Composting Matters

Compostable packaging is designed to break down into nutrient-rich compost, but only when processed correctly. And when sent to landfill or for incineration - also known as RDF (or refuse derived fuel) - it not only forfeits any environmental benefits, it contributes to greenhouse gas emissions. Did you know that composting:

• Diverts waste from landfill
• Reduces methane emissions
• Supports regenerative agriculture
• Aligns your business with circular economy principles

Get the full lowdown in our blog post: Composting 101 

How Zap Waste Systems Works

1. Connect – Zap Waste Systems matches your business with a local waste provider offering compostable collections.
2. Collect – Your compostable packaging is picked up regularly alongside your food waste.
3. Compost – Materials are processed at certified composting facilities, turning waste into soil-enriching compost.

This service is available nationwide, with coverage expanding all the time.

Nic Hamilton, Director of Zap Waste Systems, commented, “Inspired by initiatives like Compost Connect and supported by industry leaders such as BBIA, Zap Waste Systems is helping businesses close the loop on compostable packaging through advice and solutions tailored to them. We’re really pleased to have Planglow on board and together we’re building a cleaner, greener future - one compost bin at a time”.