Integrating Internet of Things into household waste collection processes in Ekurhuleni

Abstract

Numerous South African regions face serious waste management difficulties as a result of urbanization, population increase, and ineffective collection systems. Backlogs and inappropriate garbage disposal techniques have resulted, endangering the environment and public health. Reducing inefficiencies and streamlining waste collection procedures are possible with the integration of Internet of Things (IoT) technology. The aim of the study was to investigate how adopting IoT can improve household waste collection in Kempton Park, located in the Ekurhuleni municipality of Gauteng province, South Africa. A quantitative research approach was employed utilising a questionnaire to collect primary data from residents. The Technology Acceptance Model is used as the theoretical framework to examine factors influencing IoT adoption. The results provided perceptions on how well-and poorly received IoT-enabled waste management systems are perceived. Difficulties in incorporating IoT into home waste collection mitigate the impact of perceived usefulness and perceived simplicity of use on the variables influencing technology adoption. By addressing hurdles, the study advances our understanding of how IoT might facilitate more effective waste collection. Policymakers and service providers can use the findings as a reference when deciding whether to use smart technologies to solve South Africa's waste management problems