Waste To Taste

Turn waste into rewards—smart recycling that gives students points they can redeem for snacks.

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Inspiration

We were inspired by the increasing amount of unmanaged waste in schools and colleges. Seeing recyclable materials being thrown away without proper segregation made us think of a system that not only manages waste efficiently but also motivates students to participate actively.

What it does

“Waste to Taste” is a smart waste management system that identifies waste using sensors and assigns value to it. Students can deposit waste, earn points based on its worth, and redeem those points for snacks in the school canteen using an RFID card.

How we built it

We built the system using proximity sensors to detect waste input and connected it to an RFID-based system. The machine calculates the value of the waste and stores the points digitally on the user’s RFID card. The backend manages data tracking and point allocation.

Challenges we ran into

We faced challenges in accurately detecting different types of waste and assigning correct values. Integrating the sensor system with RFID and ensuring smooth data transfer was also complex. Additionally, designing a user-friendly and reliable system required multiple iterations.

Accomplishments that we're proud of

We successfully created a working prototype that encourages sustainable behavior. The integration of waste detection with a reward system is something we are proud of, as it makes waste management engaging and practical for students.

What we learned

We learned how to integrate hardware and software systems, work with sensors and RFID technology, and solve real-world problems through innovation. We also improved our teamwork, problem-solving, and project development skills.

What's next for Waste To Taste

We plan to improve waste classification accuracy using AI and expand the system to handle different types of recyclable materials. In the future, we aim to scale this solution to multiple schools and public spaces to promote eco-friendly habits on a larger level.

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