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UK resource management firm, Veolia, has been appointed by Croydon Council as its environmental services contractor.
The eight-year contract, valued at £21.5 million, builds on Veolia’s existing recycling and waste collection and street cleansing services while supporting Croydon Council’s target of net zero by 2030 and improving social value.
The new contract will commence in April 2025 and will include recycling and waste collection, street cleansing and winter maintenance services. Veolia, a leader in the decarbonisation of recycling and waste services, will support Croydon Council to prepare for upcoming legislation such as Simpler Recycling.
A dedicated night time collection service will be introduced for flats above shops which will improve the cleanliness of Croydon’s busiest streets during the day. Fly-tipping will also be addressed to keep Croydon’s streets cleaner, with targeted interventions carried out by an experienced team.
Investment in new technology will aim to improve the energy efficiency of services whilst minimising carbon emissions and reducing costs.
As well as delivering innovation through operations, the new contract prioritises community engagement and social value. A dedicated Education, Communication and Outreach team will support residents living in flats to recycle more through localised communication campaigns.
Veolia’s Sustainability Fund will also be available to Croydon’s community groups, providing cash sponsorship, in-kind resources and staff volunteers to support local projects. Veolia is also committed to increasing employment in the borough with a focus on local hires and the creation of employment opportunities for those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Pascal Hauret, Managing Director, Municipal, said: “We are thrilled to be continuing our partnership with Croydon Council as their environmental services provider. We look forward to building on the successes of the previous eight years whilst implementing new initiatives to improve recycling rates and street cleanliness in the borough.”
