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Why Sustainability Matters

Ida Gorecka • September 17, 2024

‘Did you know that choosing second-hand or refurbished office furniture can save around 50% of the carbon emissions that would be generated from creating new furniture?’


In today's world, sustainability is more than just a buzzword—it's a necessity. Every choice we make can either contribute to environmental degradation or help preserve the planet for future generations. One often overlooked area where businesses can make a significant impact is through the recycling and refurbishment of office furniture. By choosing to buy refurbished furniture, you’re doing more than clearing out old furniture. You’re actively reducing your carbon footprint and conserving valuable resources. 

The Impact of Recycling Office Furniture

Recycling or refurbishing office furniture goes far beyond simply reusing old chairs and desks. It directly contributes to reducing carbon emissions. Did you know that choosing second-hand or refurbished office furniture can save around 50% of the carbon emissions that would be generated from creating new furniture? This reduction not only helps combat climate change but also reduces the demand for raw materials. 


For example, by saving 22,645 kg of carbon emissions through recycling, you're reducing the equivalent of 250,000 miles driven by a car. This is also enough energy to power 26 homes for an entire year! These numbers clearly illustrate that small changes can have a large environmental impact.

How We Help You Measure Your Carbon Savings

Every time you recycle, buy refurbished furniture, or refurbish your own, we provide you with a certificate that outlines the carbon savings you’ve achieved. We also make these savings relatable by converting them into familiar terms, like the number of miles driven or the amount of energy saved. 


To make things even more transparent, we offer detailed reports comparing your carbon savings to the emissions that would have resulted from buying new furniture. These reports can be tailored to focus on what matters most to you and can be shared with ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) managers or business teams to aid in emissions reporting and compliance.

The Benefits of a Zero-Landfill Policy

Our commitment to sustainability doesn’t stop at recycling. We’re proud to maintain a zero-landfill policy, which means that as much furniture as possible is reused or refurbished. For items that can’t be reused, we break them down into component parts, recycling them back into the manufacturing process for new products.


Recent advancements in recycling technology have made it possible to process materials that were previously difficult to handle. For instance, polypropylene and nylon (polyamide) - materials commonly found in office chairs—can now be shredded and reused, diverting waste from landfills and reducing the need for new raw materials.


With your help, we’re committed to a zero-landfill policy. While not everything can be recycled, we strive to process every item possible. The recycling industry is continuously evolving, making it possible to handle materials that were previously difficult to recycle.

Transparency: See the Impact for Yourself

You deserve to see exactly how your choices are making a difference. That’s why we’re committed to complete transparency, openly sharing every step of our recycling process. Our sustainability experts carefully measure and report on the environmental impact of our recycling efforts, ensuring that you can trust the results. 


But we don’t want to just tell you about it—we want you to experience it firsthand. Partners are welcome to visit sites, tour our yard, and see our team in action. Ask questions, and witness the positive effects of your decisions, as and when you want to. 

Building a Greener Future Together

At Coggin SOS, sustainability is not just a business strategy - It’s a legacy. We are determined to grow while keeping our environmental values at the core of everything we do. Our commitment doesn’t stop with office furniture recycling. In the near future, we plan to extend our sustainability efforts to local causes, broadening the positive impact we have on both the environment and our communities. 


As we look to the future, we envision another fifty, even one hundred years of innovation and sustainability. Together, we can continue to build a greener, more responsible business landscape. Your choice to recycle with us is not just a contribution to environmental conservation, but also a step towards creating a more sustainable and socially responsible future. 


Thank you for being part of this journey. Together, we can lead the way to a better, more sustainable world. 

End of Financial Year Facilities Management: How to Use Your Remaining Budget with Refurbished Office Furniture

By Ida Gorecka • March 26, 2025
March is almost over, and for facilities managers and teams, that means one thing: the pressure to allocate your remaining budget before it disappears. You've spent the past year balancing costs and keeping your work schedule running smoothly. Now, with time running out, you face a choice: panic-buy to use up funds or invest in something that delivers long-term value . Too often, last-minute spending leads to low-quality purchases and missed opportunities. But with the right approach and investment, you can update your offerings, improve ESG credentials, and save money long-term. Refurbished office furniture offers an excellent way to achieve all three goals. In fact, the UK's sustainable office furniture market is experiencing a compound annual growth rate exceeding 5% , reflecting a shift towards eco-friendly business practices. Book a no-obligation chat with our team to see how refurbished office furniture could work in your space.

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By Ida Gorecka • March 24, 2025
The financial year-end is approaching quickly. As budgets are finalised and procurement decisions loom, that familiar "use it or lose it" pressure creates a real dilemma for procurement professionals like you. You need smart investments that deliver genuine value, not hasty purchases that waste resources. While juggling procurement frameworks, sustainability targets, and public spending oversight, you need practical options. Premium refurbished office furniture offers the ideal solution that ticks every box on your procurement checklist while helping you beat that March budget deadline. Let's take a closer look at how this office furniture strategy can turn budget pressure into a genuine win for your department.

Understanding the Circular Economy in Office Furniture: A Comprehensive Analysis

By Ida Gorecka • March 20, 2025
Did you know that the way we design, use, and dispose of old office furniture is at a crossroads? With growing environmental concerns, tightening regulations, and shifting corporate sustainability goals, businesses can no longer afford to overlook the impact of their office fit-outs. The traditional 'take-make-dispose' model is outdated - and it's costing you money.  Modern organisations are shifting toward a more sustainable model , one where office desks, chairs, and storage units are reused, refurbished , or recycled instead of ending up in landfills and polluting our environment. This approach, called the circular economy , is all about getting the most value out of materials while reducing waste and cutting carbon emissions. Find out more about the circular economy and how it relates to your business here . But how does it actually work for your business? Let's break it down.
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