The EKO AB369 system should operate under an open-source philosophy, in contrast to the closed competitive model of EKO AB, which profits from selling recyclable materials. The open-source model enables transparent collaboration with municipalities and waste management companies, supporting their efforts rather than competing with existing solutions such as JSSO (Unified Waste Segregation System) or the deposit return system.

This approach integrates principles of transparency and cooperation, allowing for:

1. Knowledge and technology sharing – open sorting standards facilitate easier infrastructure adaptation by various entities.
2. Elimination of conflicts of interest – the EKO AB369 model does not compete with existing solutions but supports them by optimizing waste management processes.
3. Standardization – a global standard for commercial fractions that can be implemented at all stages of waste sorting and storage.

Universal Waste Sorting Standard

The EKO AB369 system envisions a four-phase waste sorting process, ensuring consistency at every stage:

1. Phase One: Household
• Implementation of the "369 sort your waste" system, which simplifies initial sorting into primary fractions for residents.
• Educating users on segregation principles, emphasizing practical benefits and process simplicity.
2. Phase Two: Residential Waste Shelters
• Residential waste shelters serve as key integration points between the EKO AB369 system and JSSO.
• The use of standardized fraction markings, compatible with JSSO, facilitates a smooth transition from household sorting to subsequent processing stages.
3. Phase Three: EKO AB369 Pavilions
• Pavilion locations should be determined based on:
• Transportation costs.
• Traffic intensity to minimize environmental impact and reduce congestion.
• Noise regulations in the morning hours to ensure residential comfort.
• Pavilions function as logistics hubs where waste is pre-processed and prepared for transport to sorting facilities.
4. Phase Four: Sorting Facilities and Recyclable Material Warehouses
• Sorting facilities and recyclable material warehouses must transition from a contractual storage system to a commercial fraction system, allowing for:
• Increased trade value of raw materials.
• Reduction of landfill waste.
• Standardization of the recycling process on a global scale.

Commercial Fraction System as a Global Standard

Commercial fractions should be applied at every stage of sorting and storage, from households to sorting facilities and warehouses. A universal fraction division enables:

1. Standardized processes on an international scale – fostering cooperation between regions and countries.
2. Increased recycling efficiency – more precise sorting and better preparation of materials for reuse.
3. Transparency in the secondary raw materials market – easier trading due to uniform classification.

Conclusion

The EKO AB369 system, based on open source principles, has the potential to revolutionize municipal waste management. Its integration with existing solutions like JSSO and the implementation of a universal commercial fraction standard will enable a more sustainable, efficient, and globally coherent waste management model.