Gwangjin-gu Expands Operation of AI-Based Unmanned Recycling Collection Machines

Gwangjin-gu Citizen Sports Center and Junggok Culture and Sports Center Added... A Total of 5 Units Operated in the Area

10 Points Provided per Transparent PET Bottle or Can, Redeemable for Cash

Collected Recyclables Used as New Resources, Expected to Spread Proper Separation and Disposal Culture

Unmanned Collection Machine

Gwangjin-gu (Mayor Kim Kyung-ho) is expanding the operation of AI-powered unmanned recycling collection machines that convert transparent PET bottles and cans into cash-equivalent points.

The installed unmanned collection machines are AI robots that automatically sort and store recyclables. The collected recyclables are utilized as new resources such as clothing or airtight containers, effectively reducing waste.

The district has been operating these unmanned collection machines to promote a proper separation and disposal culture. They are installed at Gwangjin Square, Guui 3-dong Community Center, and Jayang Comprehensive Social Welfare Center. Over the past four years, the cumulative collection at these three locations has reached 2 million transparent PET bottles and 1 million cans.

In addition, new units have been installed at Gwangjin-gu Citizen Sports Center and Junggok Culture and Sports Center. Locations with good accessibility and serving as living spaces for local residents were selected, and full operation began on the 27th of this month.

The usage method involves entering a mobile phone number and then inserting a transparent PET bottle with the label removed or an empty can into the input slot. Ten points are provided per recyclable item, and the point status can be checked via a dedicated app. When accumulated points exceed 2,000, they can be redeemed for cash.

Mayor Kim Kyung-ho stated, “We have added recycling collection machines to promote proper separation and disposal methods and contribute to resource circulation,” and added, “We hope everyone will participate in daily practices to protect the environment.”

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