TrashTalker
Let's turn Trash into Change!
This idea, born at the PressPlay X General Assembly Tech Hackathon, combined the expertise of the UX designer, data analyst, and software engineers. The collaboration focused on environmental solutions as a start-up business, earning us the top spot.
Duration: 3 days
Hackathon/ LEAN project
What is Trash Talker?
Trash Talker is a data-driven app aimed at addressing the widespread issue of littering, which significantly contributes to environmental pollution and deteriorates community well-being. It fosters a self-sustaining cycled solution that not only empowers individuals to make a tangible difference but also cultivates a sense of shared accomplishment to create a cleaner, healthier environment.
The 3-minute Walkthrough Video
Why Cleaning up Litter?
A 10% increase in waste generation to 76 million tonnes since 2016-17, coupled with an 18% rise in expenditure on waste services, reaching $17 billion.
​Litter leads to contamination, environmental pollution, and a decline in community pride and identity.
It's an environmental time bomb!
What challenges do users usually face?
As a member of the community, I am eager to contribute to environmental solutions but feel hindered by insufficient incentives
and the inability to see the real impact of my actions.
Scenario 1
often questioned the effectiveness of her recycling habits due to the need for clear, tangible benefits or feedback.
Scenario 2
participated in the local recycling program but felt disconnected from the larger environmental goals.
Scenario 3
struggled with feelings of insignificance, and a diminishing sense of purpose and motivation in recycling efforts.
Our Solution
Users need a motivation-driven approach that can make them feel valued and impactful in their environmental contributions.
Our solution is to create an engaging, gamified platform.
It not only makes the act of volunteering and litter collection more rewarding but also offers a clear and motivating way for users to quantify their impact.
Key Features
1. User-Friendly Reporting
Users can easily report litter findings, contributing to a larger pool of environmental data.
2. Networking Opportunities
Users can link their actions with a wider volunteer community, enhancing the sense of shared goals and collective action.
3. Localized Environmental Insights
Users can receive and explore a real-time data analysis with AI-powered insights from a specific area to understand and target specific litter challenges in their areas.
4. Progress Sharing & Rewarding
Users share paticipants and achievements on social media and get rewards with badges for their efforts.
