LASU Students Unveil Innovative "Smart Trash" System to Revolutionize Waste Management
Students from Lagos State University, Samuel Olomu, Olawuyi Gideon, and Makanjuola Dogban, have launched "Smart Trash," an innovative waste management system integrating IoT technology and data analytics.
Chris Oyeoku Okafor 
A pioneering team of students from Lagos State University has introduced an advanced waste management solution named "Smart Trash," designed to enhance efficiency and sustainability using Internet of Things (IoT) technology and data analytics.
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The innovative system, developed by Samuel Olomu, Olawuyi Gideon, and Makanjuola Dogban, addresses the inefficiencies plaguing traditional waste management practices in Lagos. Smart Trash features IoT-enabled Smart Bins equipped with ultrasonic sensors to monitor fill levels in real-time. This capability optimizes waste collection routes, reduces overflow issues, and enhances overall operational efficiency.
"Current waste management in Lagos suffers from numerous challenges, including overflowing bins and missed collections," explained Samuel Olomu, co-founder of Smart Trash. "Our solution integrates cutting-edge technologies to tackle these issues head-on, aligning with global sustainability goals like SDG 9 for Sustainable Cities."
Olawuyi Gideon highlighted the system's data analytics component, which provides insights into waste generation patterns and recycling rates. This data empowers decision-makers to make informed policy decisions that improve service quality and reduce operational costs.
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"Smart Trash is not just about technological innovation; it's about fostering a cleaner, more sustainable environment for Lagosians," Gideon emphasized. "By leveraging IoT and data analytics, we aim to set a precedent for smart waste management across Africa."
Makanjuola Dogban, the Chief Technology Officer of Smart Trash, emphasized the system's scalability and potential impact beyond Lagos. "Integrating technology into waste management promotes efficiency and environmental sustainability," Dogban remarked. "We envision Smart Trash as a model for cities across Africa facing similar waste management challenges."
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The Smart Trash system includes a Smart Card and a user-friendly mobile app for seamless access to bins, enhancing convenience and user engagement in waste disposal activities.
