As someone who writes about technology for a living, I didn't expect a garbage bin to be my favorite tech gadget of the year. But I've fallen in love with it. Yes, really. Connor is a technology ...

The humble garbage run is getting a high-tech overhaul. From robot trash haulers that arrive on demand to electric trucks designed to silence the morning clatter of diesel engines, waste collection is ...

Marine litter is a major environmental problem. Abandoned containers and fishing gear can trap or strangle animals, and plastic waste can break down into microplastics, which can release chemicals ...

Home robots are no longer a futuristic concept—they are becoming a tangible part of modern living. Advances in consumer robotics have made smart home robots more capable, intuitive, and affordable ...

The City of Raleigh has seen a major reduction in costs for trash collection since they’ve begun placing smart garbage cans – referred to as “Big Belly cans” – throughout the City’s downtown area. The ...