Founded in 2019 by Mukul Chhabra and Ashutosh Kumar, ScrapUncle is a technology-driven waste management platform that connects individuals and businesses with verified scrap collectors. With its app and website, users can schedule doorstep pickups for junk items like paper, metals, plastics, and electronic waste — and get paid for it.
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ScrapUncle has already made a strong mark in India’s recycling ecosystem. The platform has been featured on Shark Tank India Season 2, completed 50,000+ pickups across Delhi NCR, and sent 2.5 million kilograms of junk and recyclables to recycling units.
The mission is clear: to make recycling hassle-free, transparent, and environmentally impactful. ScrapUncle is positioning itself as the trusted partner for households and businesses looking to dispose of waste responsibly.
Whether it’s old newspapers, electronics, metals, or plastics, ScrapUncle ensures that everything collected is sent to verified recycling units, preventing waste from ending up in landfills. This approach not only reduces pollution but also contributes to a circular economy.
The platform’s impact has been recognized globally. ScrapUncle won the Urban Works Challenge by Columbia University, highlighting its innovative model and commitment to sustainability.
By leveraging technology, ScrapUncle provides real-time scheduling, verified collectors, and transparent payments. This ensures that users have complete confidence in the recycling process, while also making it convenient and rewarding.
ScrapUncle’s journey reflects the growing importance of responsible waste management in urban India. With rising awareness about sustainability, the platform is helping individuals and businesses take small but significant steps toward a cleaner future.
Looking ahead, ScrapUncle aims to expand its footprint, scale operations, and continue building a culture of recycling that is easy, accessible, and impactful for millions of Indians.
