Ideaz

One of the biggest problems in cities today is improper waste segregation. Despite awareness drives, most people still mix biodegradable, recyclable, and hazardous waste in one bin. Current solutions like color-coded bins rely heavily on individual discipline, which fails in practice. Municipal workers are left with unsorted garbage, causing pollution, landfill overload, and health hazards.

I propose installing Smart Segregation Bins in residential communities, campuses, and public spaces. Each bin is equipped with basic sensors (weight, moisture, RFID/barcode scanners for packaged waste) to help guide users. For example, when a person throws plastic in the organic bin, the bin alerts them with a red light/beep. Correct disposal earns them points through a connected mobile app or RFID card system. Accumulated points can be redeemed for small rewards like discounts at local stores, free metro rides, or community recognition.

This issue matters to me because, every day, I see overflowing bins in my area with all types of waste mixed together. I realized that awareness alone is not enough—people need real-time nudges and small rewards to change behavior. This idea combines technology with psychology to make segregation a habit, not a burden.

Technically , initial prototypes can use simple IoT modules with moisture + weight sensors, RFID scanners, and a cloud-linked mobile app for tracking points. Over time, machine vision (AI-powered cameras) can improve accuracy.

This will benifit all of us in the following ways:

• Citizens: Get motivated to follow proper waste segregation through instant feedback and incentives.

• Municipalities: Receive pre-sorted waste, making recycling and composting more efficient.

• Environment: Reduced landfill dumping, cleaner neighborhoods, and lower greenhouse emissions.

• Businesses: Can sponsor incentives, getting eco-friendly branding in return.

The Problem:
College campuses generate tons of recyclable waste every day — plastic bottles, cans, and paper usually end up in regular bins. Students rarely feel motivated to segregate or recycle because there’s no direct benefit for them. Existing solutions (dustbins, awareness posters, occasional drives) don’t solve the problem — they lack incentives and consistency.

The Solution:
Introduce smart Waste-to-Wallet machines across campus where students can drop recyclable items.
• Each deposit is scanned and verified.
• Students instantly earn digital credits linked to their student ID.
• Credits can be redeemed for canteen discounts, free coffee, free printing pages, or event tickets (making it useful in daily student life).

Who Benefits:
• Students → Get rewards and perks for recycling.
• Campus → Becomes cleaner, greener, and more sustainable.
• Community → Learns sustainable habits that extend beyond the campus.

Why This Matters to Me:
I see so much waste around campus every day. It’s not that students don’t care, but they don’t see the value of recycling. By turning waste into a currency (credits), I want to make sustainability practical, rewarding, and fun — instead of just a lecture.

Technical Details :
• Machines equipped with barcode/shape recognition for bottles/cans.
• Integration with a campus wallet app or student ID card.
• Real-time tracking dashboard for admin to monitor waste collected and rewards given.
• Gamification: leaderboards and eco-challenges between hostels or student groups.

Impact:
This idea creates a loop: Recycle → Earn → Redeem. It’s a direct motivation system that closes the gap between good intentions and real actions. Over time, it builds a habit of responsible waste disposal and shows students how their small actions have tangible rewards.

ParkEase helps drivers save time and fuel by finding, booking, and paying for parking spots instantly. In cities, drivers waste 20–30 minutes on average looking for parking. This leads to traffic congestion, fuel waste, and frustration. Existing parking is often unorganized, with no digital way to check availability.

Solution

ParkEase is a mobile app that lets drivers find, book, and pay for parking spots in real-time.

• Shows nearby available spots.
• Allows advance reservation till 15 mins prior for malls, offices, events.
• Digital payment + navigation to the spot.

Core features:

1. Live Availability Tracking – IoT sensors or partner integrations show free/occupied spaces.
2. Advance Booking – reserve a spot before reaching.
3. Smart Navigation – directs drivers to the nearest available/cheapest parking.
4. Subscription Plans – for daily commuters.
5. Green Parking Mode – suggests EV charging stations along with parking.

Gap in current solution

This is a problem that most people face but is not considered by many to ever find a solution. This app shows parking availability with real-time accuracy, predictive suggestions, cost comparison, eco-friendly routing, and integrated payment hence saving the drivers time, reducing fuel use and decreasing traffic congestion, everything in an organized manner. 

Who benefits

• Daily commuters in cities.
• General public visiting malls, cinemas and events.
• Commercial property owners who want to optimize parking use.
• EV drivers looking for charging + parking.

Why this problem matters to me

Parking often wastes time, fuel, and patience. I’ve been frustrated circling crowded areas, missed appointments, and unnecessary costs. ParkEase matters to me because it solves a daily and simple problem,improves convenience, and promotes smarter, eco-friendly urban mobility.

Technical details 

ParkEase leverages IoT sensors and AI-driven predictions to deliver real-time parking availability, guiding users through smart navigation integrated with maps. It offers cashless payments, remote reservations, and EV charging support. With secure authentication and a simple interface, ParkEase saves time, lowers stress, and promotes sustainable, eco-friendly urban mobility.