Solar-powered smart bins are to be introduced in Johnstone town centre as part of an extended council trial.
Renfrewshire Council has been testing 13 smart compactor bins in Paisley town centre since September 2025.
A report considered by the Infrastructure, Land and Environment Policy Board on Wednesday 26th August said the initial findings had been encouraging.
The bins use solar power to compact rubbish and monitor how full they are.
The council said the technology had helped it adjust collection schedules, avoid unnecessary visits and reduce the risk of bins becoming full during busy periods.
The 13 bins will remain in Paisley while the pilot is extended to Johnstone.
Information gathered from both towns will help decide the future locations, sizes and collection schedules of bins across Renfrewshire.
Councillor Stephen Burns raised concerns about whether the bins could be used by people with disabilities. He gave the example of an amputee who uses a wheelchair and cannot operate a foot pedal.
The board was told that the bins were believed to have both a pedal and a handle. Officers agreed to check and take accessibility into account before the trial progresses.
No date was given for the Johnstone bins to be installed.