Shanghai has launched smart waste collection trials in three pivotal districts to refine waste sorting practices and promote eco-friendly living through the integration of cutting-edge digital solutions.

In Jing'an, Putuo, and Huangpu districts, intelligent technologies are being used to streamline waste management processes, fostering a culture of sustainable waste disposal practices and environmental stewardship.

Putuo district has emerged as a trailblazer in this endeavor, introducing a smart collection route tailored specifically for roadside establishments along Qingyu Road. This system employs a sophisticated notification mechanism via a WeChat mini-program, ensuring prompt waste collection by alerting shop owners of scheduled pickup times. Moreover, the district offers specialized services for high waste-producing businesses, incorporating artificial intelligence-empowered cameras, purity recognition technology, and weighing devices on collection vehicles to ensure precise waste segregation and measurement.

In Jing'an district, a comprehensive approach has been adopted with the establishment of three distinct smart routes dedicated to residual waste, household food waste, and kitchen waste. By deploying "bus stop-style" timing displays at waste collection points and implementing alert notifications for sanitation workers, this strategy minimizes waste exposure on streets, elevating service quality and bolstering environmental sustainability. Real-time data monitoring capabilities have been integrated to enable efficient waste management, facilitate prompt anomaly reporting, and support data-driven decision-making for continuous operational enhancements.

Huangpu district has also embraced the smart waste collection revolution by implementing a specialized route for shops situated along Huanghe Road. Shanghai Shangcheng Environmental Sanitation Transportation, has adopted digital platforms for real-time waste collection notifications and intelligent management. By monitoring waste levels and bin overflow, the system dynamically adjusts collection schedules to prevent waste buildup, ensuring operational efficiency and upholding environmental integrity.

By harnessing the power of intelligent technologies, Shanghai is not only refining waste sorting systems but also setting a precedent for eco-friendly living practices driven by innovation and efficiency.

Source: eastday.com