Trusted supplier of agricultural machinery, Ernest Doe, has achieved a significant milestone in carbon reductions through sustainable waste management practices. The longstanding, family-run business has partnered with waste specialists, Slicker Recycling to help minimise their impact on the environment through a sustainable and efficient approach to managing waste oil and workshop waste.
By servicing agricultural machinery across its 21 branches in the South and East of England, Ernest Doe generates various waste streams, including used oil, used filters, used lithium-ion batteries and other workshop waste. Slicker Recycling provides a comprehensive waste management solution, ensuring all waste is safely and sustainably stored, collected, and processed.
Carbon cutting through waste oil
Since partnering with Slicker Recycling, Ernest Doe has produced nearly 125,000 litres of used lubricating oil across its depots. Thanks to their industry-leading approach, this oil is collected and re-refined at Slicker’s state-of-the-art re-refinery. Here, the used oil is processed back into a high-quality base oil product, ready to be reused in the production of brand-new lubricating oil.
This approach diverts the used oil Ernest Doe generates from being burnt as a fuel, reducing their carbon footprint while actively supporting the circular economy. Additionally, the new lubricating oil Ernest Doe purchases is derived from re-refined base oil, further closing the loop in the circular economy.
In addition to conserving finite oil reserves, Slicker’s re-refining method is the most carbon-efficient way to process used oil. Compared to alternative methods, their waste-oil-to-base-oil approach has reduced Ernest Doe’s annual carbon footprint by 23,000 kg—the equivalent amount of carbon absorbed annually by 920 trees!
Safe & secure solution for lithium batteries
As part of the comprehensive waste management package provided by Slicker Recycling, Ernest Doe receives a safe and sustainable solution for handling their used lithium-ion batteries. The fire risks associated with these batteries are an increasing concern across the industry. However, with Slicker’s secure storage containers, Ernest Doe can safely store and collect these batteries, significantly reducing fire hazards.
The lithium-ion battery boxes Slicker has installed are engineered to withstand extreme temperatures of up to 2,000°C. These robust, heavy-duty containers are specifically designed and rigorously tested to contain the rapid and dangerous reactions of lithium-ion batteries. They effectively control flames, manage toxic emissions, and contain flammable gases, ensuring the safety and sustainability of managing this potentially volatile waste stream.
“As a business deeply rooted in the agricultural community, we take our environmental responsibilities very seriously” comments Ken Smyth, General Service Manager at Ernest Doe.
“Our goal is to reduce our environmental impact wherever possible. Thanks to our partnership with Slicker Recycling, we’ve implemented a solution that not only reduces our carbon footprint but also allows us to actively contribute to the sustainable circular economy.”
“In addition, Slicker Recycling has provided a secure storage solution for our lithium batteries, ensuring they are safely contained and minimising associated risks.”
Jessica Cutler, Account Manager at Slicker Recycling has said, “It’s a pleasure to collaborate with a business as dedicated to reducing carbon emissions as we are. Together, we’ve achieved significant carbon savings across the group and are committed to driving further efficiencies in the future.”
“Ernest Doe’s proactive approach to managing the fire risks of lithium-ion batteries is commendable. Our secure storage solutions greatly reduce these risks, allowing them to focus on their core operations with peace of mind.”
For more information on Slicker’s safe, secure and sustainable waste management service, contact their expert team on 0330 159 8325 or email customerservices@slickerrecycling.com.
