Legal
By using POUBELLE.AI, you agree to the following:
While our AI is trained on high-fidelity data, and uses up to date local sorting guidances, sorting rules vary by jurisdiction and can change. POUBELLE.AI provides recommendations, but the user is ultimately responsible for following the specific guidelines of their local waste hauler (e.g., Western Disposal, Eco-Cycle).
POUBELLE.AI utilizes advanced machine learning to identify materials; however, AI is inherently probabilistic. Our guidance is based on current local ordinances in Boulder and Denver, which are subject to change without notice.
The user acknowledges that POUBELLE.AI does not control the final sorting facilities. If a local hauler or facility rejects an item identified by the AI, POUBELLE.AI holds no liability for resulting contamination fines or service interruptions.
AI identification assumes items are "Clean, Dry, and Empty." The user is responsible for ensuring that residue (e.g., food waste in a pizza box) is removed as per local requirements, even if the material itself is identified as recyclable.
This service is provided "as is." While we strive for 100% accuracy, we do not warrant that the identification of every item will be correct or compliant with shifting municipal regulations.
Do not use this service to identify or handle hazardous materials, medical waste, or explosive substances. Always contact local emergency services or specialized disposal centers for dangerous goods.
POUBELLE.AI is not liable for fines, contamination fees, or damages resulting from the misidentification of waste items.
POUBELLE.AI is an independent technology platform. While we align with the Universal Zero Waste Ordinance, we are not an official government agency or enforcement body.
Denver Mandates: Guidance for the City of Denver is provided in anticipation of the September 2026 Waste No More mandates and is subject to update as city rules evolve.
Trademarks: "POUBELLE.AI," our custom icons, and the "Heritage to Innovation" branding are trademarks of Trash Royalty LLC.
Heritage Note: The use of the "Poubelle" name and history honors the legacy of Eugène-René Poubelle (1884). All historical "Remixed" content and AI-generated imagery on this site are protected by copyright.