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Solar Powered Trash Compactor

Posted on the 10 August 2011 by T_mackinnon @tedmackinnon

Here is an interesting concept to our litter problems …

Solar Powered Trash Compactor
The BigBelly Solar Compactor is a patented compacting trash receptacle that is completely self-powered. Its capacity is five times greater. Increased capacity reduces collection trips and can cut fuel use and greenhouse gas emissions by 80%. BigBelly also provides cost efficiencies from labor savings, fuel cost and maintenance savings, as well as environmental benefits from reduced emissions of greenhouse gases and other pollutants. The BigBelly has already proven its worth in urban streets, parks, colleges, arenas—and in all weather conditions.


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