Leeds RERF offers environmental education, jobs and training
Environmental education, jobs and training for local people and opportunities for local businesses are just some of the benefits that our facility offers the community.
Education and waste awareness
We work in partnership with Leeds City Council to provide educational tours and visits to the state-of-the-art Recycling and Energy Recovery Facility. (RERF)
In our purpose-built Visitor Centre we can provide education about recycling and information on how to reduce your waste. We offer schools and higher education students a waste education programme focusing on waste minimisation and recycling activities. Our staff, can provide advice on reducing, reusing and recycling school waste and waste at home or in the workplace. Please use the "Contact Us" facility on this website to find out more.
We offer group tours for approximately two hours at the RERF Facility, to obtain a booking form please email [email protected].
School Fact Files
In partnership with Leeds City Council we have prepared 5 Secondary School Fact Files aimed at 11- 16.year olds. The Fact Files have been designed to complement the national curriculum and are to accompany school visits to the RERF. They can be used pre or post visit to the RERF and are available to download below.
Jobs and Training
We employ 60 full-time staff at Leeds RERF, offering diverse career opportunities. Veolia provides both Apprenticeship programs and Graduate positions. To view and apply for current job openings, please visit our Careers website
The Environment
The Leeds RERF facility enhances city sustainability by increasing recycling rates and reducing landfill waste. Its iconic design features a green 'living wall' and extensive landscaping, promoting local biodiversity and creating a natural oasis in an industrial setting. Our team actively engages with the community through volunteer work with local charities and participates in both local and national environmental initiatives.
Supporting the local economy
We are committed to supporting the local Leeds economy by sourcing our equipment, materials and services from Leeds businesses whenever possible. In our commitment to sustainability and recycling, we aim to supply recovered materials to local businesses, with a special focus on developing partnerships with charities and not-for-profit organisations. This approach helps create jobs and business opportunities while strengthening our community connections.