Solution

There is no way to solve the causes of littering because the problem lies within the person and as the
saying goes, “Old Habits Die Hard”. However, it is possible to prevent and reduce the effects of
littering. LitterIO will be an app/game that plays similarly to how Pokemon Go does but this time, we
make users pick up litter. The game will use AR and GPS mapping to pinpoint sites with rubbish.
Rubbish collected will have to be confirmed by an AI that recognizes the rubbish being thrown into
the bin.

In a long run, users can also report sightings of areas with too much littering for one person to do.
Detection of litter can also be done using our deployed drone with a set route equipped with an AI
recognition system that detects rubbish on the floor.

Now, where does the benefit of the users come in? LitterIO will partner with multiple companies to
reward users for their hard work. The more rubbish they collect, the more points they get. These
points they get can be accumulated to purchase coupons for food, shops, etc. Users will also gain
points by reporting but lesser than collecting.

Eating while walking – Station the active areas in the game in places with lots of food stands. Like
markets, food courts, etc.

Culture norms – Station active areas in the game in populated areas like tourist attractions.

Convenience/No bins – Station active areas in the game in areas with less rubbish bins.

Deliberate Litter – Find litter points with a routed drone and player reporting. Places apart from
usual active areas with too much litter will be marked as an area of interest.