WasteWise: A Mobile Application Framework for Enhancing Household Waste Management and Environmental Impact Awareness

Abstract

This paper presents WasteWise, a mobile application designed to improve household waste management practices through personalized collection scheduling, educational resources, and environmental impact tracking. The application addresses the growing challenge of municipal solid waste management by providing users with timely collection reminders, comprehensive recycling guidelines, and quantifiable feedback on their waste reduction efforts. We implement a Flutter-based cross-platform solution that integrates location-specific  waste  management  regulations  with user-friendly interfaces to simplify proper waste disposal. Initial user testing demonstrates improved waste sorting accuracy, increased recycling rates, and enhanced awareness of environmental impact among participants. WasteWise contributes to sustainable waste management by combining practical utility with educational components, potentially reducing landfill waste while promoting circular economy principles at the household level.