The National Solid Waste Management Department (JSPN) published data in 2021 showed millions of Malaysian dollars were spent on trash removal during this time period. The elimination of waste by garbage disposal has grown yearly. The lack of public understanding of recycling is the cause of this situation. To tackle this issue, an incentive element is suggested in order to motivate individuals to recycle. Thus, a reverse vending machine (RVM) concept is proposed. This machine has an Arduino microcontroller and a number of sensors installed. Throughout the process, the input waste is recognized and the RVM converted into points automatically. Then, the user can exchange their points for cash at a nearby merchant. The prototype is expected to increase waste recycling among Malaysians and serve as a platform for leveraging the waste to wealth concept to combat urban poverty.
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