Smart Waste Management for Green Communities – Smart Bins in Pale
active 2 weeks, 2 days agoThe proposed project aims to modernize and digitalize waste management systems in small and medium-sized municipalities within the ADRION region by introducing smart waste containers, real-time monitoring, and citizen engagement tools. It focuses on improving environmental quality, reducing illegal dumping, and promoting sustainable behaviors, especially in tourism-sensitive and mountainous areas.
The main innovation lies in integrating IoT technology (sensors in waste bins) with a mobile application and a digital monitoring platform to optimize waste collection routes, track container status, and enable citizens to report issues like overflow or illegal dumping. This system will help local utility companies reduce fuel consumption, CO₂ emissions, and service costs.
In parallel, the project includes strong awareness and educational components, particularly targeting youth and schools, to foster long-term behavioral change in waste separation and environmental responsibility. Citizens will participate through gamified features in the app, earning rewards for active contributions to a cleaner community.
The idea builds upon successful local initiatives (e.g., ReLOaD2 project in Pale) and aims to scale up and transfer these models across the region, enabling each partner to either pilot or enhance smart waste solutions based on local needs. It also incorporates transnational knowledge exchange, study visits, and joint policy recommendations aligned with the EU Green Deal and EUSAIR Action Plan.
Expected results include:
Installation of at least 50 smart waste containers in pilot areas
Engagement of over 500 citizens through campaigns and workshops
Reduction of illegal dumping by 30%
Digital infrastructure and know-how transferred across partner regions
The project is highly replicable and will produce a model for smart waste management that can be adapted and reused by other municipalities throughout the ADRION region. It encourages digital transformation and supports the circular economy, environmental protection, and citizen participation — making it a strong contribution to regional sustainability goals.
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Pleased to be in this group, we are a Local Public Body located in Ionian Sicily (IT). We are looking for a transnational partnership, in order to give an added value in governance strategies at Public level. We remain at your disposal for any further information.
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Hello, City of Metkovic is interested in participating in this project, could you send me more information on anamarija.jelcic@metkovic.hr
Best regards,
Ana-Marija
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Smart Waste Management for Green Communities – Smart Bins in Pale 1 month, 3 weeks agoHello, Mesagne is a medium-sized city in Puglia, Italy. This is a great idea!
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