GarbMoCo: Advanced prototype for garbage monitoring and collection on solid waste

Improper solid waste management remains a persistent challenge in the Philippines, contributing to environmental pollution, public health risks, and inefficient collection systems. This study developed and evaluated GarbMoCo, a low-cost, web-based prototype for citizen-driven garbage reporting and monitoring. Using design and development research, the prototype was assessed by 72 senior high school class presidents selected via purposive sampling (Slovin’s formula, N=87, e=0.05). Acceptability was measured with a 5-point Likert scale questionnaire across four indicators: accessibility, functionality, usability, and efficiency. Results showed a very high overall acceptability (mean = 4.48, SD = 0.617), with usability receiving the highest rating (mean = 4.78, SD = 0.41). These findings indicate that GarbMoCo is a practical, scalable tool for enhancing community participation in solid waste management. The study recommends offline capabilities, improved data security, and broader implementation in barangay-level systems.