Waste Wise Innovation (WWI) is proud to partner with the University of South Carolina Upstate to launch a groundbreaking pilot program that will bring smart, data-driven recycling to campus.
Through this initiative, USC Upstate is deploying Topper Stopper™ smart recycling units, which go far beyond serving as collection stations. Each unit features an interactive display screen to educate students and faculty on proper recycling practices, while at the same time transmitting real-time usage data directly into TS Analytics™, WWI’s powerful reporting platform.
This partnership underscores USC Upstate’s role as a thought leader in campus sustainability, taking proactive steps to set a new standard for how recycling is measured and managed in higher education. By adopting innovative tools like The Topper Stopper™ and TS Analytics™, the university is not only improving its own performance but also demonstrating what’s possible when technology and sustainability intersect. Through this pilot, USC Upstate will gain:
- Actionable insights into recycling rates across campus.
- Engagement opportunities through on-screen education and reminders.
- A foundation for improvement by identifying which efforts drive the most results.
As part of the pilot program, the WWI team is working closely with USC Upstate to evaluate the best placement and rollout strategy for the units. With production underway and installation approaching, this partnership stands as a model for how technology and data solutions can reshape sustainability on campuses, in municipalities, and within corporate operations.
“This partnership demonstrates USC Upstate’s commitment to sustainability innovation,” said Amanda Karls, Director, Institutional Effectiveness & Compliance at USC Upstate. “By introducing smart recycling on campus, we are not just asking our community to recycle, we’re showing them the impact and educating them along the way.”
WWI is proud to support USC Upstate as a pioneer in measurable sustainability. Together, we’re proving that recycling doesn’t just have to be accessible, it can be smarter, more engaging, and more impactful.
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