Recycling Coach Katja helps Sumi Oy’s producers with material sorting and recycling

“I am an environmental engineer with a passion for circular economy and service development.”

“As a recycling coach, I help companies streamline their source separation and sorting processes,” Katja explains. Most businesses are eager to start sorting their packaging waste. “Companies want to make an effort and do things right. Recycling materials is seen as an important way to make a positive environmental impact.”

How does a Recycling Coach Help?

With Katja’s guidance, businesses receive practical solutions to improve their recycling and waste management processes. The on-site consultation and guidance are free of charge for Sumi’s contractual partners. During the visit, the following areas are covered:

• Mapping material flows – Identifying what types of waste are generated, where, and in what quantities
• Selecting suitable collection containers – Efficient waste management reduces costs and simplifies daily operations
• Training staff and setting guidelines – Establishing best practices and clear rules to ensure waste management success
• Industry-specific solutions – A tailored recycling concept that meets the company’s unique needs

Recycling improvements go beyond just waste management. Katja’s training also covers packaging design, including:

• Designing packaging to be as recyclable as possible
• Enhancing the company’s own packaging waste recycling
• Evaluating the materials used in purchased packaging

What are the business benefits of recycling?

For companies, recycling provides significant benefits both financially and in terms of corporate responsibility. Efficient packaging recycling is not just an environmental initiative—it can also improve business operations in multiple ways.