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AI-Driven Partnership Aims to Triple Recycling Rates

3/16/2025

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The Southeastern Public Service Authority (SPSA) is forging a groundbreaking partnership with Commonwealth Sortation to revolutionize recycling and waste management in South Hampton Roads, Virginia. This collaboration aims to boost recycling rates from a mere 6% to an ambitious 20%, while harnessing AI technology to sort materials and convert organic waste into biochar, ultimately extending the life of local landfills.

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The Southeastern Public Service Authority (SPSA) is forging a groundbreaking partnership with Commonwealth Sortation to revolutionize recycling and waste management in South Hampton Roads, Virginia. This collaboration aims to boost recycling rates from a mere 6% to an ambitious 20%, while harnessing AI technology to sort materials and convert organic waste into biochar, ultimately extending the life of local landfills.