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Circular and sustainable – the Lifecycle Oils way​

Join us to reduce waste, cut emissions and build a more sustainable future – with a reliable partner you can trust.
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From fryer to fuel - fuelling a sustainable tomorrow​

A circular graphic in 4 parts on a circle, showing a circular system of how cooling oil is delivered to local restaurants, then the used cooking oil is collected and taken to a processing plant, where it is recycle, processed and turned into materials used to create new biofuels for the aviation, transport, and power generation industries. 1. Cooking oil delivery (illustrations of a drop of cooking oil, a knife and fork icon, a chicken leg and a deep-fry basket containing chips 2. Used oil collection (illustrations of Lifecycle Oils-branded oil collection bins, a collection van, and a recycling icon) 3. Refine & recycle (illustrations of an industrial processing plant with tall cylinders featuring the Lifecycle Oils logo, some lab equipment and a molecule icon) 4. New biofuels (illustrations showing a biodiesel pump, a Lifecycle Oils lorry, an airplane, and a power grid pylon)

Our mission for a sustainable future

At Lifecycle Oils we are committed to driving a cleaner, greener future by turning waste into valuable resources. Our mission is to lead the way in sustainable oil recycling, reducing environmental impact whilst supporting the circular economy.

  • Promote zero waste by maximising the recovery and reuse of used cooking oil ​
  • Reduce carbon emissions by 87% through innovative, eco-friendly solutions
  • Enable businesses to adopt sustainable practices with reliable, responsible services ​
  • Invest continuously in technology and infrastructure to improve environmental performance
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Reducing waste and recycling at Lifecycle Oils

We’re working towards a world where every drop of used cooking oil becomes sustainable biofuel. That means actively partnering with businesses and councils across the UK to recover as much waste oil as possible.

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18 million litres of oil are poured down the drain in the UK each year.
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Turned into biofuels, those 18 million litres of oil could generate enough electricity to make 4.3 billion cups of tea!
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Lifecycle Oils is partnered with 96% of household recycling centres across the country.
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We can make 100 million litres of biofuel every year at our flagship processing plant.

Cutting carbon with sustainable biofuels – how much could you save?

Lifecycle Oils’ biofuels offer significant carbon savings when compared to both fossil fuels and biofuels made from virgin feedstocks. Save carbon by switching to biofuels made from used cooking oil today.

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Trusted by leaders in the industry

We collect used cooking oil from across the food industry – from independent eateries to high street restaurant chains, and artisan producers to major food manufacturers.

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“It’s a huge help having fresh oil deliveries and used oil collection handled so efficiently.”
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Shafayath Khan
Manager
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"Without Lifecycle Oils, our vital scheme to protect sewers and raise community funds wouldn’t be possible"
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Grant Mitchell
Blockages Strategy Lead
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"Their team is always responsive and willing to go the extra mile to meet our needs"
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Kan Koo MBE
Director & Partner

Inside Lifecycle Oils

Fresh updates, behind-the-scenes stories, and sustainability insights from the Lifecycle Oils team
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Powering a Circular Future: Why Used Cooking Oil is Essential to the Food Industry
The UK food industry is one of the most resource-intensive sectors in the economy. From restaurants and catering businesses to large-scale food manufacturers, companies are under growing pressure to cut waste, reduce carbon emissions and improve sustainability – all while keeping costs under control.
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From advisor to leader: Phil’s journey at Lifecycle Oils
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Award nomination for Severn Trent and Gurdwaras project!
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From left to right: Operations Director Mark Mansfield, CEO Adam Thompson, Sales Director Suzanne McKenzie, standing in front of a Lifecycle Oils building
Lifecycle team sets out their vision for the future
Lifecycle Oils are thrilled to announce the appointment of a new leadership team as we gear up for an exciting phase of growth and expansion.
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Helping Gurdwaras turn waste into impact: Our growing partnership with Severn Trent
We’re excited to continue growing this partnership and hope to welcome many more Gurdwaras on board in the months ahead.
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A day in the life with one of our drivers
“The best part of my day is chatting with customers—whether it’s a quick catch-up or helping a new café get started, it’s always something different. No two days are ever the same. It’s also great knowing that what we do makes a real difference—helping businesses run smoothly while supporting sustainability by recycling used oil the right way.”
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