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Managing waste, mainly through manual handling, involves navigating a landscape fraught with potential hazards. These challenges underscore the need for a comprehensive approach to protect both individuals and our planet.
From the rolling hills of Italy to the fjords of Norway and from the bustling streets of Hong Kong to the serene landscapes of Sweden, the cutting-edge Sort-More system has been installed in several different hospitals in these diverse regions worldwide, showcasing its global reach and impact.
Groundbreaking system allows residents from approximately 2,000 homes to manage large volumes of cardboard waste sustainably. The initiative is set to prevent around 105 tonnes of cardboard from ending up in landfills annually.
Envac Automatic Waste Collection System (AWCS) is a practical approach to managing urban waste. The system not only streamlines waste management processes but also brings a multitude of benefits to urban environments, making cities cleaner, safer, and more sustainable.
The PAYT (Pay As You Throw) strategy is an innovative approach to managing waste that promotes environmental awareness and individual responsibility. This system entails a fee that users pay based on the amount of waste they dispose of in designated containers for different types of waste. In essence, the more one throws away, the higher the cost.
Smart City Upgrades & Retrofit
The Expo Park Automatic Waste Collection System (AWCS) has successfully operated for 25 years, achieving its initial objectives. Several improvements have been proposed to prepare for the next 25 years, including upgrades in mechanical infrastructure, user identification, AI integration, energy efficiency, and aesthetic renovation. These improvements will enhance waste management services, reduce electricity consumption, and increase the system’s longevity.
Bergen, a city located in Norway, is renowned for its historical city centre featuring narrow streets and wooden buildings. The city has taken a groundbreaking approach to preserving its cultural heritage by adopting an underground pipe-based waste collection system provided by Envac.
Optical waste sorting is a modern, efficient, and environmentally friendly method of recycling that utilises advanced camera systems, sensors, and machine learning algorithms to swiftly and accurately identify and sort various types of waste materials for efficient disposal or recycling.
Ever since we installed our first waste management system in the 1960s, ingenuity has been at the core of what Envac does. In this video, Niklas Forestier, System Manager at Envac Group, tells us how Envac’s system plays an integral part in the Smart City.
The Sweden+Korea Green Transition Alliance and its member companies invited a delegation of South Korean journalists to Sweden to learn more about Swedish sustainability solutions that can support South Korea to become a carbon-neutral society by 2050.
we need to find innovative ways that boost sustainable life. Urban sustainable development is the answer that can help build a circular economy and make human life better. Learn about Envac’s journey in making urban environments cleaner and healthier