Liverpool City Council is to trial a new generation of smart solar bins that reduces the need to empty them. The solar-powered bins have sensor technology fitted and, when close to being full, a compactor is triggered to crush down the litter allowing the bin to take up to 100 per cent more litter than standard litter bins before it needs emptying. Solar bins in key locations The solar bins also send a signal to the waste depot when they are almost full, which improves the council’s collection efficiency, reducing…
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