Tomra reverse vending systems are used to handle the return of deposited beverage containers, but reverse vending rewards recyclers in other ways too. The systems are able to entice recyclers with point cards, cash or a chance to win a prize.
Japan uses kiosks to collect, sort, compact or shred recycled materials. The automated systems are cost-effective and increase recycling program participation.
Only 11 U.S. states have passed bottle bills that require deposits on drinking containers, so a recycling lottery is a great way to provide incentive for recycling everywhere.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Reverse Vending Systems
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation in developing advanced reverse vending systems that offer more enticing rewards for recyclers.
- Automated Recycling Systems
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating automated systems that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of recycling programs.
- Recycling Incentives
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation in designing unique and innovative recycling incentives to encourage participation in recycling programs.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Waste Management
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the waste management industry by developing advanced technologies and systems for recycling and waste processing.
- Environmental Services
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the environmental services industry by creating automated solutions for collecting, sorting, and processing recyclable materials.
- Consumer Goods
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the consumer goods industry by designing products and packaging that are more environmentally friendly and easily recyclable.
