January 24, 2025

MyMatR Featured in Waste 360: Gamifying Waste Disposal with AI

We’re excited to share that MyMatR has been featured in Waste 360, highlighting our efforts to make waste disposal smarter and more engaging. The article, “MyMatR Gamifies Waste Disposal. Here’s How it Works,” explores how our AI-powered waste receptacle, the MyMatR Duo, introduces an interactive approach to recycling by encouraging users to sort their waste while receiving instant feedback.

The feature covers how the MyMatR Duo combines AI technology with a gamified experience, offering a way to educate users while improving recycling accuracy. The article also includes insights from MyMatR founder, John Starke, on the importance of engaging people in waste sorting decisions and leveraging technology to create more meaningful interactions with recycling.

In addition to discussing the technology behind MyMatR, the article highlights how different organizations, including the city of Durham and the University of South Carolina, are adopting the system to enhance their waste management efforts.We’re grateful to Waste 360 for featuring MyMatR and sharing our mission to rethink waste disposal through innovation.

Read the full article here: https://www.waste360.com/waste-collection-transfer/mymatr-gamifies-waste-disposal-here-s-how-it-works-

MyMatR device in a park