By Ross Thomson

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A family-run waste management company is celebrating a major milestone after diverting over two million tonnes of construction waste from landfill. The recycled materials have been repurposed back into the construction industry, fuelling new building projects and saving 12,000 tonnes of CO2 from entering the atmosphere – the equivalent of approximately one million car journeys between Edinburgh and Glasgow. Livingston-based Brewster Brothers, which recycles construction waste into high-quality aggregate products, extracts the valuable materials from construction, demolition and excavation waste via its state-of-the-art recycling plant, using a wet-processing system. The plant removes metal, plastic and organic matter and processes the rest of the waste by washing, screening and separating it using a range of technologies. The end result is a high-quality recycled product which can be repurposed back into the construction industry where it is used in everything from new build homes to essential road infrastructure. The recycled aggregates business was founded in 2017 in Livingston and has since expanded, opening another site in Cumbernauld last year. It now processes and recycles up to 2,000 tonnes of waste a day between the two sites. Scott Brewster, Managing Director of Brewster Brothers, said: “Reaching the milestone of recycling over two million tonnes of waste is a proud moment for our team and a testament to the power of a circular business model. “From day one, our mission has been to transform construction waste into a valuable resource, reducing the industry’s reliance on virgin materials and lowering its carbon footprint. “The construction industry is one of the largest producers of waste, and embracing circularity is no longer optional – it’s essential. “By recovering and repurposing materials that would otherwise go to landfill, we’re helping to build a more sustainable future. “This milestone reinforces the vital role circular practices play in driving environmental progress while still delivering the high-quality products our customers expect.” Angela Constance, MSP for the Almond Valley constituency where Brewster Brothers Pumpherston site is located, visited the company to congratulate Scott and the team on their work. She said: “I welcome the news that Brewster Brothers have recycled over two million tons of material between its sites at Pumpherston and Cumbernauld. “This is a truly commendable achievement which will reduce waste, conserve resources, and minimise the environmental impact of building projects. “The scale of this milestone is impressive and is a great example of how Brewster Brothers and West Lothian are leading the way in recycling and contributing to the circular economy with an ongoing commitment to help the Scottish construction industry to a more sustainable and zero-carbon future.” “This innovative approach not only helps reduce West Lothian’s carbon footprint but also sets an inspiring example of how businesses can contribute to a greener future.” Don’t miss the latest news from the West Lothian Courier. Sign up to our free newsletter here .