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  • WRAP's vision - A world without waste, where resources are used sustainably.

    We work with businesses and individuals to help them reap the benefits of reducing waste, develop sustainable products and use resources in an efficient way.

    It is our aim to create the case for change, support change and deliver change 

    Read more about resource efficiency »

  • Our three priorities.

    By focusing on three ambitious, headline targets and four priority areas of work, while maintaining a broad-based competency across the materials and sectors that influence resource efficiency, will allow WRAP and its partners to deliver a lighter carbon footprint for the UK.

    Our targets and priorities »

  • Our impacts

    Through our integrated approach to promoting waste prevention, recycling and the use of recycled materials, WRAP plays a unique role in supporting resource efficiency in the UK.

    The impacts of WRAP's work »

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    “WRAP can be a catalyst for change, but much of what has been achieved is down to our partners.  These strategic partnerships and networks are crucial to our work.” Peter Stone, Chairman.

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  • Building Magazine Supplement - Time for a new age 2 December 2009
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  • Commercial Scale Mixed Plastics Recycling report 22 June 2009
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