Sustainability
18 May 2026
5 min read

Derbyshire knowledge hub

We've developed this page to help support people and communities throughout the county of Derbyshire with projects to encourage sustainability.

What we delivered

    Welcome to the Derbyshire knowledge hub

    Associated Waste Management, now Panda, were awarded the contract in 2022 to receive, recycle, bulk and dispose of local authority-delivered waste at the Clover Nook transfer station, near Alfreton. 

    AWM will also dispose of waste from the Waterswallows transfer station, which is based near Buxton and operated by Suez UK, as well as several transfer stations operated by FCC Waste Services (UK).

    Our Clover Nook Facility also acts as a collection point for both our VR Headsets and Litter Picking Kits.

    Clover Nook Rd,
    Somercotes,
    ALFRETON,
    Derbyshire,
    DE55 7RF 

    Key contact

    Reach out to the account manager for enquiries relating to this case study.

    Madison
    Business Development Manager

    Connect with us

    Find out how we can support you in your sustainable waste management journey by contacting our experienced Support Team.

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    Virtual reality tour of a MRF

    AWM has developed a VR tour of a MRF (Material Recycling Facility) to help, assist and support the learning and educational elements of recycling.

    This facility is offered free of charge to schools and educational establishments that fall within the Derby/Derbyshire boundaries.

    To register interest and for further information, please click the button below and email the details to our team.

    See the VR in action at Youth COP28, Buxton

    Litter picking

    As part of our Social Value Programme, AWM proudly presents our Litter Picking Programme. Offering litter-picking kits available to hire, this programme aims to empower to make a direct impact on the local environment.

    Each kit contains all the essentials for a successful clean-up, not only enhancing the aesthetics of the local area but also playing a crucial role in fostering a sense of civic responsibility. Join us in making a difference – hire your litter-picking kit today and be a catalyst for positive change!

    Coming soon

    • Learn what happens at a Waste to Energy Plant.

    • Submit your projects for a chance to win an AWM Sustainability Award!

    • Learn what happens at a Recycling Centre.

    The journey of waste

    Community fund

    As part of the work we do in Derbyshire, each year, AWM make available a community fund.

    Community groups from within the county are eligible to apply for a one-off community award to the value of up to £500. The community fund is set up to support projects that encourage waste reduction, recycling and sustainability.

    To make an application, simply click the link below and drop a message through to the team with as much detail about your project, its aims, objectives and the number of people that it benefits. What you propose to do with the award and how you will measure the outcomes. Once we have reviewed, we will be back in touch.

    Let's talk

    To find out how we can help your business get more value from waste, get in touch. 

    What we delivered