Talking Trash: AI-Powered Garbage Trucks Guide Residents to Better Recycling

Imagine your garbage truck not just collecting your trash, but also teaching you how to recycle better. That’s the reality in one US city, where new AI-powered garbage trucks are hitting the streets.

How it Works: Smart Trucks, Smarter Recycling

These high-tech trucks use artificial intelligence to scan the contents of garbage bins. When improperly recycled items are detected, the system takes note.

Personalized Recycling Help Arrives in Your Mailbox

Instead of simply discarding the misplaced items, the system generates a personalized postcard. This postcard is then mailed back to the resident, providing specific feedback on how to improve their recycling habits. This innovative approach aims to educate residents and reduce contamination in the recycling stream.