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Problem Statement:

Urban areas generate a lot of organic waste on a daily basis from households, appartments, markets, offices, etc..Most of this waste goes to landfills and gets accumulated which causes the release of harmful gases like methane, which is even more dangerous than carbon dioxide. Manually collecting and transporting this waste needs lots of funds and time and if not treated time to time this will create an unhealthy environment which willbe the main cause for the rise of diseases. At the same time, electricity and fuel costs are going up, and people are looking for cleaner, renewable energy sources. Current waste systems are not very effective because the waste has to travel long distances before being treated, which adds to pollution and expenses.

The Solution: BioBox

Smart Waste-to-Energy Micro Units, which are small, automated machines that can be installed in apartments, offices, or markets where people can dispose organic matters like vegetable peels, leftovers and other food wastes.The machine then processes this waste using natural methods such as microbes or special treatments to produce useful energy. This energy can come out as biogas for cooking or as electricity to power lights and other needs in common areas.The leftover material can be turned into compost for plants and gardens. Each unit is also smart, with sensors and tracking systems to monitor how much waste is added, how much energy is produced, and when maintenance is needed.

How is BioBox helpful?

Households: Reduces electricity/gas bills, cleaner surroundings

Apartments/Offices: Sustainable energy supply and corporate social responsibility benefits

Cities: Less burden on municipal waste collection, reduced landfill load

Environment: Cuts methane emissions, promotes renewable energy adoption.

Requirements for implementation:

1.Technology Development:

Compact anaerobic digesters / micro gasification units.

Sensors for waste type detection (to prevent plastic/non-organic contamination).

IoT dashboard for tracking and analytics.

2. Infrastructure:

Installation in residential complexes, offices, and markets.

Small pipelines/wiring to distribute gas/electricity locally.

How is BioBox unique?

Decentralized Approach: Unlike large waste plants, this works at source.

Dual Benefit: Solves waste disposal and generates usable energy.

Compact & Modular: Small units like vending machines which are easy to install & scale.

Tech Integration: IoT-enabled, data-driven optimization (predictive maintenance, waste-energy analytics).

Circular Economy Model: Turns a liability (waste) into an asset (energy & compost).

How is Revenue generated?

A subscription fee can be charged for regular maintenance and monitoring. Initial setup costs can be shared with apartments or municipalities. The project can benefit from government subsidies in renewable energy and waste management. Partnerships with municipal bodies, housing societies, corporates, and energy boards will support approvals, adoption, and future grid integration.