BigBelly Bins

Waste Management has been made more efficient by smart bins such as BigBelly bins. These solar-powered bins have compaction technology which allows them to hold five times more rubbish than a traditional bin. They are also equipped with sensors that can detect when a bin is at full capacity. Collectors have access to the real-time statuses of bins, allowing agencies to optimise their collection routes and cut down on unnecessary trips. For example, in Singapore, a six-month trial of BigBelly Bins indicated that time spent on collecting contents of bins was reduced by 80%, and the number of times workers checked on bins in the trial area was brought down from 21 times to three times per week. BigBelly bins are able to help to cut down on waste management costs by reducing the need for labour, which means huge savings for a typically labour-intensive industry. Resources can then be redirected to other areas for urban maintenance and improvement. Information from smart bins also help cities understand waste patterns and allow for timely collections, reducing litter and keeping streets clean. Especially for NYC, a larger version of BigBelly bins can definitely keep unsightly, foul-smelling garbage along the curbs in check.