Navigating the 2025 Landfill Tax Increase with Sustainable Solutions
As of 1st April 2025, businesses across the UK are facing increased costs for waste disposal due to a significant rise in landfill tax rates. The standard rate has jumped by 21.1%, from £103.70 to £126.15 per tonne, while the lower rate has increased from £3.30 to £4.05 per tonne. This change, driven by the UK Government’s commitment to reducing landfill use and encouraging sustainable waste management, is expected to impact businesses heavily reliant on traditional waste disposal methods.
The landfill tax, introduced in 1996, aims to incentivise waste reduction, reuse, and recycling by making landfill disposal more expensive. With this latest increase, businesses are under growing pressure to adopt greener practices and reduce their reliance on landfills. Beyond the environmental benefits—such as cutting methane emissions and conserving resources—these changes also present an opportunity for companies to rethink their waste strategies and potentially reduce costs in the long term.
At Amet, we understand the challenges posed by these rising costs. That’s why we offer a sustainable alternative to traditional muck away services, which can often result in excess materials being sent to landfill. Our approach focuses on repurposing materials wherever possible—whether through on-site reuse or redistribution to other projects (with MMPs in place). This not only aligns with environmental goals but also helps our clients avoid costly landfill expenses, saving an average of 30% on traditional muck away costs.
By choosing our sustainable solutions, you can minimise your environmental footprint while keeping your project budgets under control.