Episode 67: AI & Industrial Innovation: Evan J. Schwartz on Transforming Waste Management

About the Episode

In this episode of AI Agents, Evan J. Schwartz, Chief Innovation Officer at AMCS Group, dives into how artificial intelligence is transforming the waste management and recycling industries. From optimizing fleet routes to using vision AI to monitor bin capacity and employing predictive maintenance to reduce downtime, AMCS is redefining industrial operations through cutting-edge technology. Evan explains how data-driven sustainability efforts can boost profit margins while minimizing environmental impact. We also explore the broader implications of AI in resource-intensive industries, including how new technologies like agentic AI and Model Context Protocol (MCP) layers are opening more efficient pathways to connect systems, automate workflows, and drive innovation. If you're interested in how real-world AI applications are shaping the future of sustainability and logistics, this episode offers valuable insights you won’t want to miss.