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[–] NarrativeBear@lemmy.world 6 points 3 weeks ago

Underground waste bins like these should be the gold standard, best of all some towns in Ontario and private businesses already implement this.

I would suggest to have a look at this article in what they are and their advantages.

https://www.core77.com/posts/102208/Amsterdams-Smart-System-of-Underground-Garbage-Bins

Take a look at this video for more information.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JtoSafhvLM

There are various different designs at street level, but under ground theye are all pretty much the same.

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And for large formats these are available and in use in some places in Ontario.

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And I would really love to see these types in all our public parks and trails.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IueyQoXcZTI