Tackling FOG waste on the Isle of Wight

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Southern Water’s FOG tanker workshop

Eco Clarity recently attended Southern Water’s FOG tanker workshop, an event designed to create a safe space for stakeholders to openly discuss current practices and challenges surrounding the disposal of fat, oil and grease (FOG) and grease trap waste (GTW) on the Isle of Wight.

Hosted by Stephen Williams from Southern Water, the workshop featured a live FOG demonstration, insightful presentations by the EA, and an introduction to Eco Clarity by business development manager, Laura Su.

Key insights from the workshop

As a popular tourist and holiday destination, the Isle of Wight faces unique challenges with FOG and GTW waste. Increased demand during peak seasons, combined with the island’s remote location, has created significant waste management issues. Waste carriers lack adequate facilities to process and sustainably dispose of this waste.

This workshop marked an important first step in acknowledging these challenges and fostering an open, collaborative approach to finding effective solutions.

Eco Clarity joined the workshop to present our innovative FOG recovery hubs and offer practical solutions tailored to the Isle of Wight. Our technology transforms FOG and GTW waste into valuable biodiesel feedstock, enabling businesses to achieve their sustainability goals, minimise environmental impact and support Southern Water in reducing sewer blockages.

Demonstration of FOG waste seperation

This event marked the start of a critical conversation. Addressing these challenges requires early collaboration and engagement with stakeholders committed to driving meaningful change. The workshop provided a productive foundation for exploring practical solutions that work for both the environment and local businesses.

Let’s work together

If you’re interested in collaborating or hosting a similar workshop, get in touch. Eco Clarity is dedicated to supporting local communities and businesses with sustainable solutions for FOG and GTW waste management.

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Great Northern Conference 2024

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Chancellor Rachel Reeves at the Great Northern Conference 2024 

The Great Northern Conference 2024, held on December 3rd in Hull, convened political leaders, businesses and academics to discuss the North’s economic development and environmental sustainability. Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced new powers for regional mayors to stimulate economic growth and attract investment, emphasising the importance of local leadership in fostering innovation and addressing regional disparities.

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A significant focus of the conference was the North’s role in achieving the UK’s net-zero targets. Panels explored how the region can contribute to making Britain a “clean energy superpower,” highlighting the Humber Freeport’s efforts in attracting over ÂŁ1 billion in investments across sectors like advanced manufacturing and green technologies.

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At Eco Clarity, we are committed to supporting these initiatives by providing comprehensive environmental services in the field of FOG waste recovery. Our expertise in sustainable development, renewable energy integration and environmental impact assessments can assist local authorities and businesses in implementing effective strategies to meet net-zero goals. By collaborating with stakeholders, we aim to drive innovation and promote sustainable economic growth across the North from our current locations in Hull and Stockport.

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The conference highlighted the necessity of collaboration among government, industry and communities to build a greener, fairer future. Eco Clarity is dedicated to playing a part in this transformation, offering tailored solutions for recoverable fat, oils and grease waste that align with the North’s environmental and economic objectives. 

Conference summary by the Yorkshire Post: https://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/news/great-northern-conference-rachel-reeves-reveals-plan-for-mayors-to-win-investment-for-university-spinout-companies-4901064

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Shortlisted for prestigious edie Award 

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We’re delighted to share that Eco Clarity has been shortlisted for an edie Award in the Water, Waste & Resource Efficiency category.

“The edie Awards celebrate the best in sustainability, and we’re honored to be among such esteemed companies,” said Laura Su, head of business development at Eco Clarity.

“This recognition highlights our commitment to sustainable solutions and innovative approaches to waste management.”

The awards, which take place in March 2025 in London, England, celebrate the positive impact businesses make on the environment and society. We’ll be keeping our fingers crossed for the night and look forward to sharing the results with you.

 

To find out more about the awards, please visit https://event.edie.net/awards/home25 

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Hull treatment site turning fats into fuel

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The ‘end goal’ is to fish fatbergs out of sewers and turn them into fuel for vans

Hull is at the centre of a pioneering trial to transform waste oils that can form sewer-clogging fatbergs into a sustainable fuel.

The project captures harmful fat, oil, and grease before it can enter the waste system. It then turns the substances into biodiesel, a more sustainable fuel type than traditional diesel.

EcoClarity business development manager Laura Su says she is proud that Hull is at the forefront of trialling this technology, which has been in development for a decade.

Laura said: “Hull has a rich industrial heritage, and now it’s becoming a hub for sustainable innovation. We’re proud to be part of a solution that takes something harmful, like fat, oil, and grease, and gives it new life as a high-quality fuel.”

An estimated 200,000 fatbergs occur annually across the UK, requiring costly removal and increased maintenance costs for water companies such as Yorkshire Water.

Installed at Yorkshire Water’s Hull wastewater treatment site in Salt End Chemical Park, EcoClarity’s system separates problematic fats from wastewater and recovers a valuable energy resource for biodiesel production, while returning safe water to the environment.

Commercial kitchens and food processing facilities are some of the biggest contributors to fats and oils in sewers. Disposal of these greasy, clog-forming substances has long posed a challenge to the water sector.

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An example of a ‘fatberg’, this one in a London sewer was photographed in 2021 (Image: Thames Water/PA Wire)

Laura, who grew up in Hull and studied at the university too, added: “We’ve got a unique place in the market, and this partnership with Yorkshire Water is allowing us to lead the way.

“There’s a huge food and beverage industry in Hull that we really want to tap into. Almost every factory is producing these substances and we can stop them reaching the sewer and then give them a new lease of life as more sustainable fuel ‘it’s a win win’.”

Alongside their partnership with Yorkshire Water, EcoClarity have also recently partnered with Big Table Group, who operate big-name restaurants such as Bella Italia, Las Iguanas and Frankie & Benny’s, to trial recycling of waste from grease recovery units in their commercial kitchens.

Laura added: “We’re working with local food and beverage industries in Hull to create a circular economy. These businesses are generating the waste, and now they can help turn it into something valuable.

“This kind of innovative, sustainable solution is typical of Hull as a city. This project is about more than cleaning up the sewers; it’s about creating opportunities for local businesses and jobs in Hull and beyond.”

Yorkshire Water’s waste services manager James Gudgeon welcomed the partnership with EcoClarity: “Water companies can spend a significant amount of money on staff and equipment costs to remove FOG from our sewers and send it to landfill” which also has an environmental impact.

“We are working with EcoClarity towards the potential nirvana of being able to harvest the FOG from our sewer network and turn it into biodiesel that fuels our vans. That’s the end goal.”

Further EcoClarity hubs are being planned by Yorkshire Water, with Knostrop wastewater treatment works in Leeds next on the list.

Source: Hull Daily Mail

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FABRINOX Wins Project of The Year in Austenitic Stainless Steel at the SASSDA & Columbus Stainless Steel Awards

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We are thrilled to announce that Fabrinox has been honored with the prestigious Project of the Year award in Austenitic Stainless Steel at the Sassda & Columbus Stainless Awards. This recognition is for our role in manufacturing the innovative FOG to Fuel technology for our customer, EcoClarity. This achievement reflects the dedication, innovation, and teamwork that made this groundbreaking project possible.

“This award would not have been possible without the hard work, devotion, and expertise of our exceptional team at Fabrinox. Their commitment to quality and ingenuity has been instrumental in delivering projects that exceed expectations and set new standards in the industry.” Fabrinox MD, Wessel van Zyl.

“We are proud to have been entrusted by EcoClarity to bring their vision to life. Their confidence and collaboration have been invaluable in driving our shared pursuit of excellence”.

As we celebrate this milestone, we are motivated to continue shaping the future of the stainless steel industry by delivering remarkable projects and showcasing our expertise as a world-class manufacturer.

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The Fabrinox team.

Driving Innovation: Transforming Waste into Biofuel Through FOG Recovery Hubs

Fabrinox was approached by UK-based company EcoClarity, a waste-to-energy service provider, to co-develop and manufacture revolutionary “FOG Recovery Hubs”. These innovative hubs, characterized by their modular, scalable, and containerized design, are at the forefront of a revolutionary approach to the management of Grease Trap Waste (GTW) generated by Food Service Establishments (FSEs).

The primary objective of EcoClarity’s FOG Recovery Hubs is to provide accessible disposal locations for haulers to sustainably manage wastewater containing fats, oil and grease (FOG). By intercepting this waste before it enters the sewer network or wastewater treatment facilities, these hubs help mitigate potential blockages, spills, and costly clean-up operations that can result from FOG accumulation in the water system. Furthermore, these hubs have the unique capability to consolidate the extracted FOG into a biofuel feedstock suitable for biodiesel production, which can be blended with diesel fuel.

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Through the utilization of EcoClarity’s FOG Recovery Hubs, FSEs, haulers, and water utilities are empowered to adopt a circular economy model. By running their vehicles on biofuel derived from the waste they generate, stakeholders can not only create value from previously considered valueless waste but also contribute to cost savings, water conservation, reduced transportation impacts, and environmental sustainability.

The EcoClarity FOG to Fuel Technology, facilitated by the FOG Recovery Hubs, represents a significant leap forward in environmental sustainability and resource management. By efficiently converting FOG waste into biofuel, this technology holds the potential to transform waste management practices and drive advancements in renewable energy production.

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Fabrinox’s successful production of three operational FOG Recovery Hubs that already operate in locations across the UK demonstrates the growing interest and adoption of this innovative solution both internationally and locally. As the demand for sustainable waste management solutions continues to rise, the collaborative efforts between ourselves and EcoClarity are setting new benchmarks in mitigating environmental impact, promoting circular economy practices, and advancing renewable energy initiatives.

Find out more about the EcoClarity FOG to Fuel Technology here.

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