To fully close the loop for zero waste and make everyday circularity effortless, we leverage technology for good. We developed Ecopedia, a responsible AI-based progressive web application, created by Aarav Rao, entrepreneurship award winner. Ecopedia utilizes advanced AI recognition and precise image classification to instantly identify and sort household waste into six distinct streams: Recyclable, Compostable, Organic waste, E‑waste, Non‑recyclable, or Store drop‑off. The app then provides nearby disposal locations based on real-time geolocation.

Beyond automatic sorting, Ecopedia provides interactive guidance on green resources, practical tips, DIY projects, eco-friendly recipes, product and service rentals, community swaps, and sustainable purchases. This comprehensive platform integrates free and paid resources, actionable checklists, and direct links to certified green businesses, products, and services. The information covers recycling unrecyclables, utilizing reusable grocery or produce bags, sustainable water bottles, and to-go bento boxes. It also guides users through container gardening, community gardens, nurseries, farmer’s markets, farms, home composting, DIY fertilizer, natural pesticide, DIY cleaners, air fresheners, beauty products, native trees, plants, garden-to-table vegetables, local restaurants, food recovery, refilleries, eco marketplaces, investing, transport, events, courses, social media posts, newsletters and much more.