AI Waste App 'Gajyeoga' to Be Piloted in Seoul's Eunpyeong District From the 13th
Key points
- Identifies waste type automatically from a photo
- Guides users on local disposal rules
- Pilot for Eunpyeong residents starts on the 13th
The Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment and the Ministry of Science and ICT said on the 12th that they will pilot 'Gajyeoga,' an AI app that supports waste disposal, with residents of Seoul's Eunpyeong District starting on the 13th. The app automatically identifies the type of waste and guides users on local disposal standards.
Digital Today reported that it was developed as part of the Ministry of Science and ICT's 'Public AX Project,' and Newsis wrote that it is expected to ease the inconvenience residents face because disposal rules and procedures differ by region. Newsis also highlighted in its headline that the app handles disposal guidance and fee payment in one step.