Built in Seoul
The Story Behind Bin Buddy
Why This Exists
My first month in Korea, I got fined twice for improper recycling. Different colored bags, strict schedules, labels I couldn't read—it was overwhelming.
The breaking point was a note my neighbor left on my trash. I couldn't read it, but I understood. I was doing it wrong. Again.
So I built the app I wished existed. Point your camera at anything, get instant instructions in English. No more guessing. No more fines. No more notes.
The Mission
Korea has one of the most effective recycling systems in the world. We want to help foreigners participate correctly—for the environment, for their wallets, and for their neighbors.
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Chris DeWeese
Seoul, South Korea
Developer, expat, and reformed bad recycler. Building tools that make life in Korea a little easier.
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