EcoCharge: Smart Battery Recycling Locator

EcoCharge is a mobile application designed to help users find nearby battery recycling centers, identify battery types, and request pickups for safe disposal. Improper disposal of batteries can cause serious environmental harm, and many people struggle to find the right recycling facilities. EcoCharge bridges this gap by leveraging technology to promote responsible e-waste disposal.

This MVP (Minimum Viable Product) will focus on essential features like:
✅ Locating nearby recycling centers using Google Maps API 📍
✅ Battery type input & search for proper disposal guidance 🔋
✅ Basic user authentication with Firebase Auth 🔑
✅ Pickup request form for battery disposal (dummy data for MVP) 📦
✅ Simple backend using Node.js, Express, and MongoDB (Atlas) for API handling 🛠️

This MVP is designed to be functional within two days, allowing for future enhancements such as real pickup scheduling, reward systems, and AI-based battery detection.