# Clean Garbage Compactors FOODOO Crushes the Waste and the Odor By Andrew Robichaud | Published 2009-07-16 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foodoo References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2009/07/15/getting-wasted-with-jeong-min-kim/) & [jmkim.net](http://www.jmkim.net/) Food waste just got a whole lot more manageable thanks to the FOODOO waste dispenser designed by Jeong Min Kim. The garbage powerhouse takes the hassle out of nasty and smelly [food waste](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foodtusker). The FOODOO waste dispenser operates on one of two settings that include heating mode and smell-suction mode. The heating mode takes the waste, dries it and [compacts it into blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roomba-205-dustcompactor-combo-robot) the equal up to 1/5 of the original size. The smell-suction mode simply takes away that disgusting smell that is usually associated with garbage. It’s a great way to reduce waste and make our garbage much easier and cleaner to deal with. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Smart Waste Management:** The FOODOO waste dispenser highlights the potential for innovation in managing and recycling waste with smart devices and sensors. - **Sustainable Technologies:** FOODOO's compact and sustainable design opens up opportunities for developing more eco-friendly technologies for waste management and reduction. - **Circular Economy Solutions:** FOODOO's efficient waste management and recycling systems indicate the growing trend towards circular economy solutions for sustainable waste management. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Waste Management:** FOODOO's innovative waste management system presents opportunities for companies and entrepreneurs in waste management to develop smart and sustainable solutions for managing waste. - **Smart Home Appliances:** FOODOO's smart technology and design Could inspire the development of innovative smart home devices that automate household chores and simplify daily tasks for consumers. - **Sustainability:** FOODOO's sustainable and eco-friendly design can stimulate the development of sustainable and environmentally-friendly products across a range of industries and sectors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Odor-Busting Waste Composters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waste-composter.md) - [Fully Automatic Kitchen Composts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/food-waste-composter.md) - [Odorless Compost Kitchen Bins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mill-kitchen-bin.md) - [Compact Electric Composters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minix.md) - [Compact Countertop Composters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foodcycler-maestro.md) - [Hyper-Fast Countertop Composters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vitamix-foodcycler-eco-5.md) - [Customizable Garbage Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/totem-compact-unit.md) - [Recycling Home-Use Compactor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clear-drop-1.md) - [Microbe-Rich Kitchen Composters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geme-composter.md)