A unique roadside pickup program in Michigan suggests that robots will continue to remove barriers that prevent people from taking eco-friendly action.
As Michigan Public detailed, innovation and impact accelerator Orange Sparkle Ball has received a grant from NextCycle Michigan to roll out its autonomous Penny Pickup service to remove trash and other unwanted materials from its pickup locations.
The initiative is focused on reducing food waste. It aligns with a goal from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy to cut food waste in half by 2030 compared to a 2005 baseline, according to the report…