Testimonials

  • "We've now dropped to one collection per day at our busiest spots, saving valuable staff time."

    - Michael Lambert
    Aide to Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone, City of Somerville, MA

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Questions

  • Does BigBelly have a public relations benefit?

    Yes! BigBelly is a practical and visible demonstration of green technology that gets the attention of the press and public. See press section of website for examples of the kind of coverage and attention that BigBelly receives.

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The BigBelly® Solid Waste Management System

The BigBelly® Solar Compactor is a patented compacting trash receptacle that is completely self-powered. Instead of requiring a grid connection, BigBelly uses solar power for 100% of its energy needs. The unit takes up as much space as the "footprint" of an ordinary receptacle—but its capacity is five times greater. Increased capacity reduces collection trips and can cut fuel use and greenhouse gas emissions by 80%. BigBelly also provides cost efficiencies from labor savings, fuel cost and maintenance savings, as well as environmental benefits from reduced emissions of greenhouse gases and other pollutants. Safe, easy to use, and designed to keep out pests, the BigBelly has already proven its worth in urban streets, parks, colleges, arenas—and in all weather conditions.