AI Could Help the US be Less Terrible at Recycling
It’s well known that the US is bad at recycling. Companies don’t make enough recyclable containers and packaging, and people are confused about what can go in the blue bin. A patchwork of state and local collection systems doesn’t help. Even when aluminum cans, laundry jugs, and soda bottles do make it to recycling centers, […]
EverestLabs Harnesses AI Robots To Sort More Recyclables Per Minute
For original article, click here. AI “can” be a good thing. As in a robot that uses the technology to sort aluminum cans with at least 80% accuracy, picking out recyclables on a conveyor belt at a rate of 60 cans per minute. “We tell customers we can guarantee 80 (percent), but we’re seeing north […]
EverestLabs Pairs AI with MRFs to Improve Accuracy and Save Money
For original article, click here. EverestLabs wasted no time getting right into the thick of things as WASTECON’s 2023 conference opened, holding an informative session detailing how AI and data can enhance and maximize efficiency at MRFs. JD Ambati, Founder and CEO of EverestLabs, attracted a standing audience as he talked everyone through the key […]
Robot Funded by Can Manufacturers Institute to Save More Than 1 Million Aluminum Beverage Cans Annually from Landfill
Ardagh Metal Packaging and Crown Holdings Finance EverestLabs AI and Robotic Technology for Caglia Environmental’s California Recycling Facility with a 50-Percent Revenue Share WASHINGTON, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The Can Manufacturers Institute (CMI) is utilizing an innovative financing model to fund a robot at a California material recovery facility (MRF) owned by Caglia Environmental (Caglia) that sorts single-stream recyclables. Designed by artificial […]
Tech startups using A.I. and robotics to make recycling more efficient
EverestLabs was featured on CNBC’s “Clean Start” Series. This series highlights startups that are making a difference in the fight against climate change.
NWRA Announces 2023 Recycling Awards Recipients
For original article, click here. The National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA) announced its 2023 Recycling Awards recipients, recognizing innovators and leaders in its industry. Awards in four categories were given to companies that have made substantial contributions to U.S. recycling through partnerships, public education, and innovations in recycling facilities. Winners were selected by a […]
It Might Be Controversial, But AI Could Help Create A Greener Future
For original article, click here. It used to just be a term exclusively reserved for technology correspondents, but now barely a day goes by without artificial intelligence (AI) making the headlines in some way, or another. Last week, a statement published by the Center for AI Safety warned it could lead to the extinction of […]
EverestLabs Reports Increased AI and Robotics Adoption by Leading Material Recovery and Reprocessing Facilities
For original article click here. Republic Services, Pioneer Recycling Services, KW Plastics, Universal Waste Systems (UWS), Sims Municipal Recycling (SMR) amongst leading recyclers expanding with EverestLabs’ RecycleOS AI and robotics fleet to achieve 2-3X higher recovery while lowering costs by 50% FREMONT, Calif., May 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EverestLabs, developer of RecycleOS, the first AI-enabled […]