Summary about WE:CYCLE

WE:CYCLE uses a unique approach when it comes to reusing. Rather than coming up with solutions to collect and recycle the waste, we have come up with a solution that enables users to make use of the item they are trying to recycle.

This is done by introducing our WE:CYCLE mechanisms to vending machines in Singapore that helps refills user's bottles with their desired drinks. When users choose to refill their drinks at the vending machines rather than buying bottles or cans, they will be given points to redeem rewards such as vouchers and more, through our WE:CYCLE app.

Furthermore, not only is WE:CYCLE a platform for redeeming rewards, it also provides useful information on how users can reuse, reduce and recycle in other ways. Hence, reducing the waste generated from one use plastic bottles and metal cans whilst encouraging recycling.


Inspiration

  • Vending Machines that allows you to earn vouchers when you recycle plastic bottles
  • Wastage of aluminum cans and plastic bottles

What it does

The application allows users to earn rebates by Bringing You Own Bottles (BYOB) to dedicated vending machines, allowing it to dispense drinks to your bottle and earn coins from our point system. The coins then can be used to redeem rewards (e.g. vouchers)

How we built it

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Challenges we ran into

  • Having an idea that is feasible
  • Coming up with the application name

Accomplishments that we're proud of

  • Coding the application from scratch in under 24 hours
  • The design of the application

What we learned

  • We learned more about waste management in Singapore
  • Refreshing experience being in a Hackathon

What's next for WE:CYCLE

  • Collaborating with vending machine providers to fulfil our purpose of WE:CYCLE
  • Deployment of the WE:CYCLE application globally

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