Core Insights - The introduction of smart recycling machines in Qingdao's Jiaozhou City allows residents to deposit recyclable materials and receive monetary rewards based on weight, promoting recycling behavior [1][3] Group 1: Smart Recycling Machines - Jiaozhou's Zhongyun Street is the first area to implement smart recycling machines, which operate 24/7 and allow residents to deposit various recyclable materials conveniently [3] - The current recycling price for deposited materials is 0.6 yuan per kilogram, with a minimum withdrawal amount of 1 yuan to be transferred to WeChat [3] Group 2: Operational Efficiency - The smart recycling machines utilize real-time data to manage collection logistics, ensuring timely removal of materials when the machines are nearly full [3] - Each recyclable item is tracked with a unique QR code throughout the collection and transportation process, enabling full traceability from source to sale [3] Group 3: Waste Reduction and Recycling Process - Recyclable materials are sorted at a central facility and sent to recycling plants for processing, transforming waste into new products such as umbrellas and T-shirts [4] - Separating recyclable materials from general waste can reduce overall waste by more than one-third, preventing valuable resources from being incinerated or landfilled [4]