An IoT Based Approach for Efficient Collection and Disposal of E-waste

In the modern era of rapid technological advancements, electronic devices are flooding our homes and offices. The problem one face's is the safe disposal of inoperative electronic items which we call as electronic waste without causing any harm to the environment. Another crucial point is to note is that depositors aren't motivated enough to recycle their e-waste. Moreover e-waste collectors are unable to locate source of e-waste. This paper talks about an automated system that can let the depositors dispose their e-waste and in doing so get rewarded for it. As far as collectors of e-waste are concerned, an online bidding session is organized, the winner of which get to claim possession of the electronic waste that he/she won in the online bidding process. An interactive smart bin with various sensors and modules is required for this purpose. The bin must be able to lock and unlock itself upon successful authentication by the user.