SMART GARBAGE MONITORING AND CLEARANCE ALERT SYSTEM USING INTERNET OF THINGS

Abstract : The rapid urbanization and growing population have led to increased waste generation, necessitating efficient and intelligent waste management systems. This project presents a Smart Garbage Monitoring and Clearance Alert System utilizing the Internet of Things (IoT) to address this challenge. The system employs a load sensor to measure the weight of waste in the dustbin, and an ultrasonic sensor to monitor the garbage level. When the bin is nearly full, a servo motor is triggered to close the lid, preventing overflow and environmental hazards. The ESP32 microcontroller serves as the central unit, managing sensor data and system operations. Real-time garbage status is communicated wirelessly to municipal authorities through IoT, enabling timely waste clearance and improving sanitation services. This solution ensures a cleaner environment by optimizing garbage collection routes and reducing manual inspection efforts. College campuses have waste management concerns due to insufficient collection and overflowing bins, which cause environmental and logistical issues. An IoT enabled smart trash system improves collection, lowers costs, and increases sustainability by assuring timely garbage disposal and reducing buildup, resulting in a cleaner and more efficient campus environment.

Keyword Smart Waste Management, Internet of Things (IoT), ESP32 Microcontroller, Ultrasonic Sensor, Real-Time Monitoring