Patent ID: 7299982
Filing Date: 2007-11-27
Classification: G06Q

Abstract:
1. A method for retrieving recyclable items, the method comprising: associating an RF tag with a recyclable container having a consumable product placed therein; retrieving data comprising at least one of a plurality of data elements from the RF tag; processing the at least one data element retrieved from the RF tag; storing the processed at least one data element data in at least one datastore; making the processed at least one data element available for purchase; determining that a receptacle containing the RF-tagged container is filled based on at least one of weight and volume information retrieved from the RF tag; and scheduling a retrieval of the RF-tagged container based on at least one of determining that the receptacle is filled and on a market price of the RF-tagged container, wherein the RF tag is attached to the container by applying a non-conductive material on the container and a circuit upon the non-conductive material.