Based in Toronto, Canada, Trashswag ‘reports’ on items that are being thrown out, offering images and information about the quantity and quality of the goods. These reports can be submitted by anyone, so if a person passes by an unwanted item on the street they can send a report through the app. Those interested in using the items – which range from wood and scrap metal to furniture and household appliances – can use the Trashswag map to locate them and simply pick them up. Users don’t need to interact with the owner, but the platform does enable them to rate the credibility of the report to help others determine if it’s worth the trip.
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