WasteWise

Team: Dennis Moes, Leonarda Ferk, Kai Kronhofmann, Quinten Peeters en Filippa Furman

Teacher: Gideon Bazen

WasteWise aims to be a green solution app designed to create cleaner, more sustainable cities by addressing the challenges of incorrect waste sorting and waste disposal. The app will be build with inclusivity and accessiblity in mind, making it easier for individuals of all technical abilities to contribute to eco-friendly practices and a greener environment.

At its core, the WasteWise app will offer an accessible interface characterized by simple navigation, intuitive icons, and a large readable fonts. The app's design prioritizes clarity and ease of use, with straightforward language ensuring that users of all ages and technical backgrounds can engage with it effectively. These features make it suitable for people with limited technical knowledge, enabling them to make meaningful contributions to waste management and sustainability.

In addition to the app, WasteWise wants to develop smart trashcans that connect seamlessly with the app and the local government systems and infrastructure. These trashcans will utilize IoT technology to collect and transmit real-time data on usage patterns, fullness, and waste types. This data can help city officials optimize waste collection routes and schedules, reducing feul consumption and labor costs while ensuring bins are emptied before overflowing.

Furthermore, this information will allow cities to identify areas with insufficient waste disposal infrastructure and strategically place new trashcans where they are needed the most. Over time, the system will grow into a dynamic, data-driven network that adapts to the changing needs of urban environments.

We at WasteWise aim to grow user engagement through gamification, introducing a reward system where users can earn points for correctly sorting waste or participating in clean-up events. These points can be redeemed for eco-friendly products, discounts at local businesses, or even donations to environmental causes. This will grow a sense of achievement and encourage participation.

To better educate our users about proper recycling and waste disposal, WasteWise will feature interactive tutorials, quizzes, and informational content about the environmental impacts of improper waste management. This will empower individuals with knowledge about recycling, composting and sustainable living.

And to simplify waste disposal even further, the app will employ AI and image recognition to help users determine the correct bin for their trash. A real-time impact dashboard will give users insights into their contributions, such as the volume of waste sorted or the CO2 emissions avoided, creating a feeling of purpose and motivation.

WasteWise wants to form strong partnerships with local governments and businesses. Municipalities can use data from our smart trashcans to improve waste management strategies, while businesses can support the app through sponsorships and rewards for eco-consious behavior. For example, cafes or stores could offer discounts to users who meet specific recycling goals, creating a win-win scenario for businesses, users, and the environment.

In the long term, WasteWise aspires to expand its smart waste management ecosystem. Future developments could include more advanced machine learning algorithms to predict waste trends, seasonal adjustments to trashcans placements, home trashcans, and even automated systems to compact our sort waste directly into the bins. Additionally, integrating electric or solar-powered trash collection vehicles could further reduce the carbon footprint of urban waste management.

So in conclusion, WasteWise wants to represent the future of sustainable urban living by combining the power of technology and environmental awareness. With its accessible design, innovative smart trashcans, and data-driven insights, it seeks to transform waste management into an efficient, inclusive, and eco-friendly system. By empowering individuals, supporting local governments, and collecting with businesses, WasteWise aims to create cleaner cities and a greener planet.

Faculty: Digital Media and Creative Industries