Roland Pomberger

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Total Citations

453

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About

Roland Pomberger is a leading voice in the sustainable transformation of waste management, with a research focus on digitalisation, intelligent robotics, and the circular economy. His most influential work, a 2019 review on the integration of digital technologies and robotics into waste management value chains, has garnered 436 citations, underscoring its foundational role in the field. Pomberger’s research critically examines how sensor-based sorting and robotic systems can optimize recycling processes for materials like packaging waste and building materials, directly supporting the European Union’s ambitious recycling targets. His 2021 study on technological maturity levels in Austrian waste sorting plants further advances this agenda, offering a practical framework for assessing and improving data analytics in automated sorting facilities. Through these contributions, Pomberger has not only mapped the path toward more efficient, technology-driven waste management but also provided actionable insights for industry and policy. His work stands as a vital resource for researchers and practitioners seeking to harness digital innovation for a truly circular economy.