WasteTech - Revolutionizing Waste Management for Sustainable Cities and Communities

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Table of Contents

• Introduction
• Features
• Getting Started
• Usage
• Technologies Used
• Contributing
• Contact

Introduction

WasteTech is a comprehensive waste management solution aimed at addressing the global waste management challenge and promoting sustainable practices in cities and communities. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as AI, IoT, and blockchain, along with creation of utility recyclables, WasteTech offers an innovative approach to waste management.

This project was developed as part of the Power Hacks Hackathon, with the aim of creating a sustainable solution aligned with SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.

Features

• AI and IoT Integration: WasteTech utilizes AI and IoT technologies to optimize waste collection, sorting, and recycling processes. This enables efficient waste management and reduces the burden on manual sorting.
• Blockchain Technology: By leveraging blockchain, WasteTech ensures transparent and traceable waste tracking and management. This enhances accountability and promotes a circular economy.
• Creation of Utility Recyclables: WasteTech focuses on creating utility recyclables from waste materials, transforming them into valuable resources. This promotes a circular economy and minimizes waste generation.
• Gamification of Plastic Waste: WasteTech incorporates a gamification element to encourage active citizen participation. Users can track their waste disposal habits, earn points, and compete with friends. Educational challenges and rewards motivate individuals to reduce, recycle, and properly dispose of plastic waste, fostering community engagement.
• Tokenized System for Plastic: WasteTech aims to establish a tokenized system for plastic waste management. Users can earn tokens by practicing responsible waste disposal, participating in recycling programs, and reducing plastic usage. These tokens can be redeemed for rewards like discounts or public transportation credits, promoting a circular economy and sustainable behaviors.

Getting Started

Clone the repository:

git clone https://github.com/karimnyumba/WasteTech.git

Technologies Used

• AI (Artificial Intelligence) (tensorflow, vgg16)
• IoT (Internet of Things)
• Blockchain (solidity, brownie, Ethereum, ipfs)
• HTML, CSS, JavaScript
• Node.js
• React

Contributing

We welcome contributions from the community to enhance WasteTech's features and address any identified issues. To contribute, please follow these steps:

1. Fork the repository.
2. Create a new branch: git checkout -b feature/your-feature
3. Make your changes and commit them: git commit -m 'Add your feature'
4. Push to the branch: git push origin feature/your-feature
5. Submit a pull request explaining your changes.

Contact

For any inquiries or feedback, please contact the WasteTech team at:

• Name : Nyumba, Karim M.
• Email : nyumba29@gmail.com
• Github Link
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• Name : Buyegi, Joseph M.
• Email : buyegiminzi@gmail.com
• Github Link
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• Name : Ntungi, Godson
• Email : godsonntungi@gmail.com
• Github Link
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• Name : Widambe, Deogratius
• Email : deowidambe@gmail.com
• Github Link
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• Name : Wambura, Machuche
• Email : machuchesteven@gmail.com
• Github Link
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Feel free to reach out to us with any questions or collaborations.

Thank you for your interest in WasteTech! Together, we can create sustainable cities and communities.