Waste Management 4.0 - Optimization of Waste Collection and Recycling Logistics in Irkutsk (Russia)

Waste management 4.0 is an integral part of the smart city development concept. This article analyzes functions and practical significance of the Municipal Automated MSW Information Processing System in Irkutsk, Russia (hereinafter AIPS WASTES). The system controls all municipal waste management operations from waste collection to municipal SHW dumping and recyclable material. The database was created in 2000. It is being annually updated in accordance with amendments to the legislation. As of November 22nd, 2017, the database contains data on 33,817 natural resource users (private entrepreneurs and companies), 5,471 waste collection facilities, and waste transportation companies.