New innovative collection model and sorting facility

On the remote island Ambon, we implemented an innovative new collection model based on source segregation (2000 households), community-based collection points and a compactor truck to transport the waste. A new waste sorting facility was designed with mixed waste sorting and semi-mechanisation of the internal material transport. 

What's great about it? 

• 2-4 times more efficient transport and improved safety, ergonomics and hygiene through closed and automatically lifted bins.
• Collection points with coloured bins for source segregation, built from local sustainable materials.
• While hesitant at first, communities are embracing the new collection points, asking for more.
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Video: (7 min long /3 min short)