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11 May 2021

The Value of a Data-driven Approach to Waste Management

The advent of big data analytics and smart technology has impacted many industrial and scientific realms that benefit the environment, economy, and day-to-day operations. Whether you’re a city planner, business owner or facility manager, the benefits associated with using data to handle your waste streams are exponential.

5 May 2021

6 Steps for a Successful Switch to Smart Waste Management

Making the transition from their existing system to a digital one can feel overwhelming and it can be difficult to know where to start. Here are 6 steps to consider when embarking on a new waste project that will make the switch feel more manageable.

28 Apr 2021

How to Properly Handle Hazardous Waste

Hazardous waste is a danger to public and environmental health if not disposed of correctly. Around 60kg of hazardous waste is generated each year by every single person in the world. Handling this waste is a careful and important process to get right in order to minimise potential damage to people and the planet.

23 Apr 2021

Optical vs. Ultrasonic Sensors For Waste Management: The Winner is...

Sensors have become one of the most important applications for smart cities in improving productivity and efficiency. Sensing technology and integrated networks are at the heart of smart infrastructure. In recent years, ultrasonic technology has been widely used in smart waste management systems. However, optical technology can provide far higher performance at an even lower cost.

9 Apr 2021

Team Spotlight: Data Scientist Genis Moreno

At WasteHero, we think our employees are pretty impressive and deserve to be celebrated. The Spotlight series aims to do just that and highlight our talented team members as well as learn a little more about their role. In this month’s team spotlight, we’re featuring Genis Moreno, data scientist. We spoke with Genis about his experience and time at WasteHero so far.

3 Mar 2021

Key Challenges Faced by Fleet Managers

Trucks, bins, drivers, customers, back-office operations... as a fleet manager, there's quite a lot to consider when it comes to daily operations. Waste and recycling fleet management is the process of making sure these all coordinate together in a way that is efficient and effective. This endeavour can be troublesome, here are some key problems that fleet managers must tackle.

24 Feb 2021

How to Live Zero Waste

Each year the amount of waste generated globally is rapidly increasing. In the US alone, the average citizen produces 2,072 pounds of trash per year total. However, there are some who choose to try and make a difference by living a life of zero waste. This ethical and economical way of living helps to reduce the production and consumption of materials.

17 Feb 2021

5 Uplifting Sustainability Stories to Celebrate

With 2020 came countless news stories focusing on the grim state of the world. However, there were also some positive, under-reported news stories surrounding the environment and sustainability that should be celebrated.

11 Feb 2021

4 Smart Cities to Watch in 2021: Investing in Innovation

Undeniably, the Covid-19 pandemic and civil unrest took centre stage throughout the majority of 2020, halting industries and plunging the economy into a worldwide recession. However, one area of development that didn’t come to rest was smart cities. The pandemic has acted as a driving force to change the way planners approach city formation going forward into the new year.

26 Jan 2021

The Role of IoT in Tackling Restaurant Food Waste

Restaurant and hotel owners are becoming increasingly concerned with the amount of food wasted each year. Many are taking significant steps towards reducing waste and optimising their systems to deal with the capacity.

19 Jan 2021

Denmark’s New Waste Sorting Strategy: A Step Toward A Circular Economy

The introduction of Denmark’s new climate and waste sorting plan drives the sector toward a more sustainable and circular future. However, this revolutionary strategy requires a highly efficient and optimised waste management system.

10 Dec 2020

5 Ways To Minimize Your Waste During the Holiday Season

While the holiday season brightens up the end of our year and is a time for celebration, there is a dark side to all the festivities.

26 Nov 2020

The Fight Against Corruption in Waste Management

Money laundering, tax evasion and environmental crime are prevalent within the industry and can have detrimental consequences for municipal resources, the environment and citizen health and well-being.

5 Nov 2020

The Future is Smart: Smart Cities for Sustainable Development

An increase of pressure on infrastructure means urban planners are beginning to rethink their operations. Cities are becoming smarter and aim to harness technologies that advance efficiency, economic growth, sustainability and public safety.

27 Oct 2020

5 Tech Innovations Changing the Game in Waste Management

What does the future of waste management look like? Many argue that an IoT revolution is coming, one that will reshape the majority of business models and operations.

13 Oct 2020

Turning Trash to Cash - How to Make the Most of Recycling Initiatives

Businesses and municipalities are on the lookout for innovative ways to set up profitable recycling programs.

29 Sep 2020

Unmasking the Public & Environmental Impact of PPE Waste

The outbreak within (and gradual reopening of) cities has meant that for many of us, face masks and plastic gloves have become a part of everyday life.

22 Sep 2020

WasteHero Has Received the Solar Impulse ‘Efficient Solution’ Label

WasteHero is proud to be among the 1000 solutions chosen that focus on environmentally-friendly services that also improve financial liability.

16 Sep 2020

Static vs. Dynamic Routing in Waste Management: Why You Should Make the Switch

As cities across the world are looking for ways to secure sustainable growth, dynamic routing has introduced a new generation of residential and commercial waste collection.

10 Sep 2020

Revolutionised Waste Management is Key to a Circular Economy

The shift from a linear to a circular economy is gaining momentum internationally and poses a considerable challenge for municipalities.

11 Aug 2020

How Can Cities Implement the UN's Sustainability Goals?

WasteHero takes a look at our home city, Aarhus, and Denmark’s capital, Copenhagen, to give you an idea about how Danish cities include the UN's Sustainability Goals in their development.

23 Jul 2020

How Can Organizations Reduce Waste Management Costs?

Learn how to improve operation cost and reduce CO2 emissions with a data-driven system

23 Jun 2020

How Waste Management Came to the Forefront During COVID-19

How COVID have changed the landscape of Waste Management

12 Mar 2020

Official partner with Scanmatic AS

WasteHero will be collaborating with both Scanmatic AS in Norway and Scanmatic InSitu AB in Sweden. Together we will shape the WasteHeroes of tomorrow.

29 Nov 2019

WasteHero is happy to announce our newest partner

WasteHero announcing partnership with the Swiss company, clever ways Itd.

17 Sep 2019

Innovations and trends in waste management

Understand how the digital age is moving the waste management to new highs.

2 Aug 2019

A more sustainable future with Smart Waste Management

Interested in a sustainable waste stream. Understand the current problems with complex waste.

19 Jun 2019

Dealing with urbanization through smart solutions

Realize how Smart Waste Management can tackle the rising urbanization.

29 May 2019

WasteHero is shaping Smart Cities of tomorrow

WasteHero is proud to be part of Smart City Cluster Denmark, where we aim to promote sustainability and shape the smart cities of tomorrow in Denmark.

17 Apr 2019

Remove risk with Shared Savings

The handling of waste in our modern society has barely developed over the past 100 years, even though the amount of waste in the world is rapidly increasing due to increased consumption with more than 2,12 billion tons of waste globally each year

1 Jul 2018

From Ioteelab to WasteHero

The story starts with two students, Hussam Mansour and Szabolcs Nagy. Both discovered a common passion for IoT and sustainability. They decided to start their own business with a focus on a more sustainable future using IoT.

31 Jan 2018

Visit by the Prime Minister of Denmark

The Government wants more digitalization in Denmark, and therefore launches strategies for Denmark's digital growth. The strategy will bring Denmark to the forefront of digital development and create growth and prosperity for the benefit of everyone in society. WasteHero sees Denmark as the frontrunner for digitization and presents a smart solution for optimizing waste management for municipalities using IoT technology in order to digitize cities.