This podcast episode explores how Amp Robotics is revolutionizing the recycling industry using AI, data, and innovative technologies like rust. The interview with Carter Schultz highlights the mission of Amp Robotics to change humanity's relationship with waste by increasing recycling and reducing waste creation. The challenges and bottlenecks in the recycling process are discussed, along with the importance of addressing the high cost of diesel fuel and moving sortation facilities closer to recycling sources. The podcast also delves into the evolution of Amp Robotics, from a software company to building recycling facilities, and the future goal of scaling up operations. The advantages of using Rust as the programming language for facility control systems and the benefits of microservice architecture for development are highlighted. Overall, this episode showcases the ambition and technological advancements of Amp Robotics in creating a sustainable and efficient recycling industry.