Solar-powered, wifi bins for Douglas

by isleofman.com 12th August 2013

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The Island's capital will soon have 25 solar-powered bins which could also work as wifi hotspots.

The devices which compress waste are to be leased from a UK company for more than ?27,000.

Leader of Douglas Council David Christian says the compression allows the bins to need 80% less emptying so overall the council will make savings.

Mr Christian explains how the units will work:Clip 1

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Monday 12th, August 2013 07:45pm.

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