An inventive way to improve waste collection and recycling is to use barcodes on smart waste containers. These containers have barcode scanners that make it possible to efficiently identify and group waste according to its type and destination. By scanning the barcodes on waste containers, the system can automatically sort and monitor the waste, reducing the need for manual labor and increasing the accuracy of the waste management processes. Additionally, by using the data obtained by these smart containers to identify areas where efforts to lessen waste and improve recycling may be enhanced, a more sustainable and environmentally friendly method of managing waste may be attained. Overall, using smart containers for waste with barcodes is a technology that has promise for improving waste management in cities and municipalities while minimizing environmental effects.