GREEN SMART CITIES: IOT ENABLED GARBAGE MONITORING AND MANAGEMENT
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.21372490Keywords:
Smart Waste Management, IoT Sensors, Cloud Analytics, Sustainability, Urban Cleanliness, Efficient CollectionAbstract
Urban waste management often faces challenges like overflowing bins, missed pickups, and unhygienic conditions because traditional systems rely on fixed schedules instead of real-time data. This project proposes a smarter solution: a Green Smart Cities IoT-enabled garbage monitoring and management system.At its core, the system uses sensors placed inside public and private bins to continuously measure fill levels, temperature, and humidity. These sensors don’t just signal when a bin is full—they also detect conditions that could pose health risks, such as harmful gases or excess moisture that encourages bacterial growth.
The collected data is transmitted through an IoT gateway, which securely connects the sensors to a cloud platform. From there, advanced analytics guide waste collection teams to act only when necessary. This reduces fuel consumption, prevents overflow, and keeps urban spaces cleaner and safer.
By combining sensor technology with cloud intelligence, the system transforms waste management into a responsive, efficient, and environmentally friendly process—helping modern cities stay healthier and more sustainable.
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