{"id":7351,"date":"2022-04-08T10:01:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-08T16:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zters.com\/blog\/?p=7351"},"modified":"2026-02-25T21:04:37","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T21:04:37","slug":"can-smart-waste-technologies-improve-sustainability-efforts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zters.com\/blog\/can-smart-waste-technologies-improve-sustainability-efforts","title":{"rendered":"Can Smart Waste Technologies Improve Sustainability Efforts?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Smart waste technologies like cameras and data analytics have become a major part of waste management. Back in the day, the only way to monitor a dumpster or compactor was to send someone out in person to check the contents. Today, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zters.com\/z-sight-dumpster-cameras\">smart waste solutions<\/a> allow for remote monitoring, and artificial intelligence has improved our ability to fine-tune service levels and reduce truck times on the road. Tech-based improvements in managing waste reduce inefficiency, help avoid contaminated materials, and solve the problems of poorly timed pickups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-dumpster-waste-metering-with-cameras\"><strong>Dumpster Waste Metering with Cameras<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>ZTERS Commercial Waste uses Z SIGHT camera technology to monitor our dumpsters. We know our clients don\u2019t have time to keep an eye on what\u2019s happening at the dumpster. Dumpster cameras monitor how full the dumpster is and what kind of materials are in it, helping to determine the best schedule for service and assisting in spotting possible contaminants. This technology helps streamline the entire garbage collection process and boosts sustainability by making truck routes more efficient and preventing recycling contamination. As an added bonus, we\u2019ve found dumpster cameras can reduce costs by up to 30%. Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zters.com\/z-sight-dumpster-cameras\">Z SIGHT<\/a> and request a demo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-smart-waste-tech-helps-avoid-surprise-contamination-fees\">Smart Waste Tech Helps <strong>Avoid Surprise Contamination Fees<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No one likes to be surprised with an unexpected bill, and our technology helps reduce the chance of unexpected contamination fees. Without monitoring your dumpsters, you won\u2019t know when someone throws unauthorized waste in your containers. This could be anything from regular garbage to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zters.com\/blog\/what-cant-be-thrown-in-a-dumpster\/\">dangerous waste<\/a>. If you\u2019re recycling, avoiding contamination is doubly important. Throwing non-recyclable materials in a recycling bin will rack up contamination fees. But it could also prevent the materials from being recycled, and they could end up in a landfill. Being able to remove contaminants before they reach a processing center and ruin a batch of recyclables is a winning approach for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-monitoring-compactor-levels-to-improve-efficiency\"><strong>Monitoring Compactor Levels to Improve Efficiency<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Another smart waste solution is compactor monitoring. Our compactors use waste technology to monitor the unit\u2019s fullness, so you only receive pickups when you need them. The system helps us know when your compactors are full and to identify trends. This gives us the tools to stay on top of the compactor\u2019s KPIs (key performance indicators) and to make adjustments as necessary. We can monitor fullness levels and optimize your service to prevent unnecessary pickups and reduce the time trucks spend on the road making unnecessary pickups. 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