Public facing bins

There are lots of different models of cup recycling bins and Hubbub has negotiated discounts with a number of the main bin manufacturers, see separate spreadsheet for further details.

IMPORTANT! Whichever you choose, cup recycling bins should always be positioned next to a general waste bin and ideally a recycling bin as well. If they are positioned on their own, they will get used as a rubbish bin.

Indoor vs. Outdoor

Indoor bins can be smaller, so they can fit spaces better, while outdoor bins need to be bigger, more robust and designed to withstand weather conditions. The Leeds By Example campaign found that bright orange cup bins on the street were easily recognisable and popular on social media.

Stacking bins

In some instances, recycling bins that require cups to be stacked causes the bin to fill up quickly and overflow which then causes litter, due to people putting the cup in upside down or with the lid on. They are not robust enough to be used in an on-street environment. We advise against stacking bins in an on-street setting, but in managed spaces they can work providing there are clear communications and they are checked and emptied regularly.