Australia's 'Uber for Waste' App Makes Recycling Easy and Effective

Australia's 'Uber for Waste' App Diverts 1.4 Million Kilos from Landfill Australia is tackling its waste problem with a new app called Recycle Smart, which is proving to be a game-changer in recycling. This innovative service, described as an 'Uber for waste,' allows residents to easily schedule pickups for items that are difficult to recycle through traditional methods. The app's creator, Giorgio Baracchi, explains, "We collect the items, divide them into different streams, and then give them to partners that would recycle them." Recycle Smart has already diverted an impressive 1.4 million kilograms of waste from landfills, showcasing the significant impact of this convenient solution. Josh Berg, a satisfied user, highlights the ease of use: "Soft plastics, styrofoam, or other things you don't really know where you can put it, so it's kind of easier to just organize with Recycle Smart." The service is currently available in all Australian capital cities, with Sydney leading the way with 1,400 weekly collections. The company plans to expand its services in the coming months, offering hope for a cleaner and more sustainable future for Australia.