Click, Tag, Recycle: Exploring "Green Apps"

Get the Answers To All Your Recycling Woes With...

Ever stared at an object and wondered, Can I recycle this? Or maybe you’ve missed your recycling pick-up day and felt a little guilty about it? We’ve all been there! That’s where Recycle Coach swoops in to save the day—and your recycling game.

What Does Recycle Coach Do?

Think of Recycle Coach as your personal assistant for all things recycling. It’s packed with features to keep you on track, like reminders for pick-up days and a handy guide called “What Goes Where?” that tells you exactly what to do with those tricky items. From plastic bottles to batteries, this app has you covered.

Never Miss a Pick-Up Again: 

Have you ever scrambled to take the recycling out, only to hear the truck pulling away? With Recycle Coach, those days are over. The app syncs with your local recycling schedule to send you personalized alerts right before collection day. Whether it’s weekly, bi-weekly, or a special event, you’ll always be in the know. 

What Goes Where?: 

Not sure if you can recycle your old phone charger? The “What Goes Where?” tool is like having a recycling expert in your pocket. Just type in the item  you’re unsure about, and the app gives you a clear  answer, often with eco-friendly alternatives. It’s perfect for tackling those moments of confusion

Friendly Notifications:

The app’s notifications are designed to keep you updated without overwhelming your phone. Whether it’s a gentle nudge about collection day or a reminder for a recycling event in your area, the app works seamlessly in the background to make your life easier.

Litterati: Clean the World, One Snap at a Time

Enter Litterati, the app that transforms a small, everyday act—picking up trash—into a global movement. It’s not just about tidying up; it’s about connecting people and using technology to tackle pollution one piece at a time.

What Does Litterati Do?

Litterati is like a community-powered detective tool for litter. You snap a photo of a piece of trash, tag it by type (plastic bottle, candy wrapper, etc.), and upload it to a global database. This data helps identify litter hotspots and track patterns so communities, organizations, and even governments can take targeted action.

Tagging Trash with Purpose

When you pick up and tag litter, you’re not just cleaning up—you’re contributing to a worldwide effort to fight pollution. Your tags help create valuable data that shows what types of waste are most common and where they’re found. It’s like being part of a real-time environmental study while doing something good for your neighbourhood.

Powering Local Cleanups

Litterati connects you with local cleanup groups, making it easy to join forces with others in your area. Whether it’s a beach cleanup or a park restoration, the app makes organizing and participating in eco-friendly actions a breeze. You’re not just picking up trash—you’re building a cleaner, greener community.

Data-Driven Insights

Every piece of litter you tag contributes to a growing database that tracks litter trends. These insights help cities and organizations make smarter decisions about waste management. From identifying areas that need more trash bins to lobbying for policy changes, your contributions can spark real-world change.