Recycling and Sustainability at Storage Millbank
Storage Millbank is committed to making self storage as environmentally responsible as possible. From eco-friendly waste disposal areas to sustainable rubbish removal services, our goal is to help customers reduce their impact while they store, clear, move or declutter. Located close to the heart of central London, we work closely with local transfer stations, reuse partners and charities to keep materials in circulation and out of landfill.
Our Recycling Percentage Target
We are aiming for at least 85 percent of all waste handled on site to be recycled or reused rather than sent to landfill or incineration. This recycling percentage target covers everyday customer waste, packaging from moves and clearances, and materials from our own operations.
To reach and maintain this target, we actively separate streams for mixed dry recycling, cardboard, clean plastics, metals, wood, and small electricals, and we encourage customers to follow the same approach. By keeping recyclable materials clean and separated, we help local facilities process more of what comes through our doors.
Eco-Friendly Waste Disposal Area
Our eco-friendly waste disposal area is designed to make responsible recycling the simplest option. Clearly labelled bins and containers mirror the approach used by nearby boroughs where mixed dry recycling, food waste and residual waste are handled separately. While every council has its own rules, our layout is based on common London practices such as separating paper and cardboard, plastic bottles, metal cans and glass where possible.
Customers are guided to use the correct containers for:
Cardboard and paper from boxes and packing materials
Recyclable plastics such as bottles and clean packaging
Metal items and cans that can be processed locally
Wood from dismantled furniture, pallets and shelving
Textiles, bric-a-brac and reusable household items destined for charities
We provide information on what can and cannot go into each stream to reduce contamination and make sure that more of your waste actually gets recycled.
Sustainable Rubbish Removal Area
For customers clearing out homes, offices or storage units, our sustainable rubbish removal area offers a structured way to handle larger volumes of waste responsibly. Instead of treating everything as general rubbish, we break loads down into recyclable, reusable and residual fractions before they leave the site.
Where items are still in good condition, our team can direct you towards charity partnerships and reuse options rather than disposal. Whether you are offloading furniture after an office move or decluttering household goods, we will help you sort items so that the majority are reused or recycled.
Working with Local Transfer Stations
Storage Millbank works with licensed local waste transfer stations that prioritise sorting and recycling. After waste is collected from our eco-friendly disposal and sustainable rubbish removal areas, it is taken to facilities where it is weighed, recorded and separated further. This process helps us monitor how close we are to our 85 percent recycling target and where we can improve.
By using nearby transfer stations, we reduce the number of miles each load travels. This approach supports the circular economy within London, as materials such as metals, plastics, timber and cardboard can be processed into new products by regional recyclers.
Partnerships with Charities and Reuse Organisations
Recycling is important, but reuse is even better for the environment. That is why we work with charities and local reuse organisations to pass on items that still have life left in them. Customers often store furniture, appliances, books, clothing and household goods that they later decide they no longer need. Instead of sending these items for disposal, we encourage donations wherever appropriate.
Our team can advise on suitable charity partners for:
Furniture and white goods in good working order
Clothing, shoes, bags and textiles that can be re-worn or repurposed
Books, toys and games suitable for resale
Office desks, chairs and equipment that can support community groups or start-ups
By increasing the proportion of goods that are reused, we lower the overall carbon footprint of storage and moving, while helping local organisations raise funds and support people in the community.
Low-Carbon Vans and Transport
Transport is often one of the largest contributors to the environmental impact of moving and storage. To address this, Storage Millbank is investing in a low-carbon fleet strategy. We prioritise modern, fuel-efficient vans and are actively transitioning towards low-emission and hybrid vehicles where operationally feasible.
When arranging collections, deliveries or rubbish removal services, we plan routes carefully to minimise empty journeys and reduce congestion. Whenever possible, we coordinate multiple drop-offs and collections in the same area to lower total fuel use. By combining efficient planning with low-carbon vans, we help cut the emissions associated with your storage and disposal activities.
Recycling Practices Inspired by Local Borough Approaches
The Storage Millbank recycling layout is inspired by the way surrounding London boroughs handle household and commercial waste. Many local authorities require residents and businesses to separate dry mixed recycling, glass, food waste and residual rubbish. We echo these practices on site by encouraging segregation at source, using distinct containers and signage.
This means that cardboard from moving boxes, clean plastic packaging, tins, glass jars and bottles are given the best possible chance of being recycled. It also makes it easier for customers who are already used to local recycling systems to follow similar habits when visiting their storage unit.
How Our Customers Can Help
Our sustainability goals depend on the actions taken by everyone who uses Storage Millbank. You can support eco-friendly waste disposal and sustainable rubbish removal by planning ahead before you visit. Wherever possible, flatten cardboard, separate recyclables from non-recyclables, and set aside any items that could be donated to charity or reused.
By working together with customers, local transfer stations, charities and our low-carbon transport partners, Storage Millbank aims to offer a storage experience that is both convenient and responsible, helping reduce waste and emissions across the whole lifecycle of the items you store.
