Gwangju Nam-gu, 'IOT Paper Carton Recycling Bin' That Gives Points

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Park Jin-hyung] “Separate and dispose of paper cartons to accumulate points. It’s a win-win: protecting the environment through resource recycling and being able to purchase items with the points you’ve saved.”

Nam-gu, Gwangju, has decided to introduce Internet of Things (IOT)-based paper carton recycling bins at nine administrative welfare centers within the district to increase the recovery rate of recyclable resources.

According to Nam-gu on the 22nd, the IOT paper carton recycling bins are recycling disposal facilities integrated with internet technology.

After recognizing the barcode printed on the paper carton, points are awarded when the carton is disposed of in the bin.

Users can accumulate 10 points per paper carton, and once they reach 100 points or more, they can receive mobile coupons and gifticons redeemable for items such as milk and pizza at partner stores like convenience stores.

The locations where the IOT paper carton recycling bins will be installed include nine administrative welfare centers in Yangnim-dong, Bangnim 2-dong, Bongseon 1-dong, Wolsan 4-dong, Baegun 1-dong, Juwol 1-dong, Juwol 2-dong, Jinwol-dong, and Daechon-dong, with installation expected to be completed by May.

Residents who wish to earn points through paper carton recycling can download the “Today’s Recycling” app from the smartphone Play Store or App Store.

When opening the app, the procedure for disposing of paper cartons is initiated; after scanning the QR code and entering the barcode of the item to be collected, users can insert the paper carton when the green light flashes.

Once 100 points or more are accumulated, items can be exchanged, and the mobile coupons and gifticons specify the available convenience stores, allowing free use.

A Nam-gu official stated, “We expect that introducing a resource recycling method that provides points will greatly help activate separate disposal and increase the recovery rate,” adding, “We will actively promote this to encourage residents’ interest and bring about a major shift in awareness regarding environmental issues.”

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.