For most, the stench of waste is just part of daily life. But for Clara, encountering it at her university one day became a turning point.
Growing up, Clara always wanted to make a difference. Her family gave her educational opportunities they never had, and she felt she should make the most of them.
Indonesia’s waste crisis was already on her mind. When she saw a local competition calling for solutions to pressing issues, she knew she could do more.
With two friends, she developed a blueprint for an AI-powered waste sorting machine with 73% accuracy and the capacity to process 200kg daily. The machine would separate organic waste, plastic, and wood/metal for recycling and reuse.
