Recycling Data Studio

 

The Recycling Data Studio is your all-in-one platform for smarter sustainability data. It gives you complete visibility of your business waste and recycling performance with accurate data that helps you make better decisions every day.

You can track everything in one simple dashboard. From waste volumes to carbon reporting and recycling rates, you always know how your business is performing.

Built by First Mile, the Recycling Data Studio comes with every waste collection service we provide. It turns raw waste data into clear insights that help you cut carbon, meet reporting goals and prove your progress.

See your environmental impact come to life and make waste reporting simple, accurate and meaningful.


Recycling Data Studio features


The Recycling Data Studio combines powerful technology with clear, easy-to-read data. Every feature is designed to help you understand your waste, measure your carbon, and take action.

Key features:

  • Accurate weights from bin weighing, RecycleID™ or audited bag collections
  • Carbon and biodiversity impact tracking to measure true environmental outcomes
  • Defra WARM, Scope 3 and custom conversion factors for verified and flexible reporting
  • Seamless integration with all First Mile collection data for a single, connected system


The platform works effortlessly with First Mile’s waste management software to give you a single, connected source of sustainability truth. All data is stored securely in one place so you can access it any time, from any device.

Explore more on our business waste and recycling services to see how they connect with the Recycling Data Studio.

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Why data-driven waste reporting matters

Tracking your waste and carbon data is no longer optional. It’s essential for every modern business that wants to stay compliant, transparent and sustainable.

When you rely on manual spreadsheets or data from different suppliers, it’s easy to lose time and accuracy. The Recycling Data Studio brings everything together, giving you one clear and reliable source of truth.

With our sustainability reporting platform, you can:

  • Track and analyse waste data reporting across all your sites
  • Access real-time carbon insights that show your true environmental performance
  • Identify trends and areas to improve your recycling rates
  • Meet your ESG and compliance goals with confidence
  • Share results easily with your teams and stakeholders

Accurate data makes better decisions possible. With the right insights, your business can reduce waste, save money and make measurable progress towards a lower carbon future.


Benefits for your business


The Recycling Data Studio gives you the insights you need to turn waste data into real progress. It helps you manage performance, report with confidence and make informed sustainability decisions.

With our sustainability data tools, you can:

  • Simplify complex ESG and waste reporting
  • Access accurate, real-time information for faster decisions
  • Use business recycling analytics to spot trends and improve efficiency


Every insight is powered by environmental impact tracking, showing how your actions make a measurable difference.

With the Recycling Data Studio, sustainability becomes easier to manage and even easier to share.

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Seamless integration with First Mile services

The Recycling Data Studio connects directly with all First Mile recycling and waste collection services. This means your data updates automatically, giving you a live view of how your business is performing.

You never have to upload files or chase reports again. Your information is collected and organised for you.

You can:

  • See real-time results from every bin and collection
  • Compare sites and track progress in one place
  • Save time and reduce human error with automatic data syncing
  • Stay compliant with accurate, traceable records

It works smoothly with our full range of waste and recycling services, so your reporting is always up to date and ready to share.

For more on our connected sustainability solutions, explore waste reduction and other smart services we offer.


Real impact: see your carbon savings

 

The Recycling Data Studio is here to help you understand the real difference your business is making. You can measure and visualise carbon savings, biodiversity benefits and the full journey of your waste.

It turns your data into clear, visual results that make sustainability progress simple to see and share.

With the platform, you can:

  • Track carbon performance across all waste streams
  • Measure the impact of recycling and waste reduction over time
  • Monitor biodiversity and resource recovery benefits


Your waste data becomes a powerful climate tool, showing how every action contributes to a lower carbon footprint and a more sustainable future.

Take control of your sustainability data

 

The Recycling Data Studio gives you everything you need to understand your waste and carbon performance in one place. It makes sustainability reporting simple, accurate and meaningful.

With better visibility, you can make confident decisions, meet your goals and share real progress across your business.

Ready to see it in action? Book a demo or speak to our team today to discover how the Recycling Data Studio can simplify your reporting and support your carbon goals.

Contact our team to learn more or request a personalised walkthrough. 

Get in touch to learn more about how First Mile's Data Studio can transform your waste reporting.

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Recycling Data Studio FAQs
What is the Recycling Data Studio used for?

The Recycling Data Studio is an intelligent platform that helps you track, analyse and report on your business waste, recycling and carbon data. It turns collection information into clear sustainability insights so you can meet reporting requirements and find new ways to reduce your environmental impact.  

Can I integrate data from other waste suppliers?

Yes. You can upload data from other suppliers or from sites outside the UK to get a complete, global view of your waste footprint. Everything appears in one easy-to-read dashboard for full visibility.  

How accurate is the carbon data in the platform?

The data is verified using trusted conversion factors from Defra WARM and the UK Government’s Scope 3 methodologies. It also includes insights from First Mile’s own studies, ensuring your carbon reporting is accurate, reliable and aligned with official standards.  

Is the Data Studio suitable for multi-site businesses?

Absolutely. You can view performance by location, building or tenant. This makes it ideal for organisations that need to benchmark results or compare different sites.

Does the Data Studio support Scope 3 reporting?

Yes. It automatically generates Scope 3 emission data from your waste streams in a few clicks. This helps you meet ESG and corporate reporting requirements quickly and confidently.

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