{"title": "ReFi Phangan", "logoImg": "bafkreifd4xipaiiwplmgvixljcyt45gus7g7twpzwigexkci4qpubqxdd4", "website": "https://refiphangan.xyz", "bannerImg": "bafkreicsq234bwpjbgmqz5urwykupgxgnj7hh6us6rvo7iaog6pwrv76ee", "createdAt": 1714047553154, "userGithub": "ReFi-Phangan", "credentials": {}, "description": "**Empowering Regenerative Finance on Koh Phangan through Community Engagement and Environmental Initiatives**\n\n[![Presentation](https://beige-defiant-spoonbill-537.mypinata.cloud/ipfs/QmYbgcd6DkUeAuGbbSJwP61k8oCWK8ekbCSmE7aGJUnASx)](https://beige-defiant-spoonbill-537.mypinata.cloud/ipfs/QmXptm6gomQnk2auYsUPvdVshfm5K2JVj6Sc25paGJ3fJd)\n\n#### Overview:\n\nReFi Phangan was established over a year ago as the pioneering node of ReFi DAO in Thailand. Our mission is to develop strategic services and public goods within the Regenerative Finance ecosystem. Our activities primarily revolve around community engagement and environmental stewardship, aimed at fostering a sustainable and regenerative future for Koh Phangan and beyond.\n\nReFi Phangan is EBF-aligned (Ecological Benefit Framework), meaning that starting with six words: air, water, soil, biodiversity, equity and carbon - we commit to integrating a holistic view of the health and regeneration of our planet. \n\n[Learn more about our EBF pledge](https://x.com/refiphangan/status/1733024141811531846?s=61)\n\n#### Past and Current Activities:\n\n[Event](https://beige-defiant-spoonbill-537.mypinata.cloud/ipfs/QmXohrwqoDLNxv7BS7qy8sJ5sVeoCUdpzj1JQr4QB7jmbv)\n\n1. **Onboarding Events:** We have organized 6 Regen Full Moon events in collaboration with GreenPill Phangan, focusing on introducing Phangan residents to crypto and regenerative mechanisms. These events include presentations on ReFi, deSci, and crypto for good, followed by eco-friendly dancing events. The goal of the events is to build networking and enhance coordination. \n  \n   - Our first event was happened in September 2023.\n[Regen Full Moon September Meetup](https://x.com/refiphangan/status/1707329439791771713?s=61) - morning part\n[Regen Full Moon September Dance](https://x.com/refiphangan/status/1707674534990795158?s=61) - evening part\n     \n   - Second event happened in October\n[Regen Full Moon October Meetup](https://x.com/refiphangan/status/1717868079005536445?s=61)\nWe have prepared installation for Refuse Reduce Reuse Recycle Rot to introduce guests to sustainable practices and [garbage segregation bins](https://x.com/luminaenvision/status/1709264789124641084?s=20) were placed.\n     \n   - November Regen Full moon was dedicated to the end of Gitcoin Grants 19 where ReFi Phangan was participating in Web3 Community and education round.\n[Regen Full Moon November Meetup](https://x.com/refiphangan/status/1728076569066037488?s=61)\n[Regen Full Moon November Dance](https://x.com/refiphangan/status/1728047800267493882?s=61)\nWe have prepared few onboarding materials for the events such as these:\n[Onboarding to Zerion](https://x.com/refiphangan/status/1729170341011112026?s=61)\n[Video report](https://x.com/refiphangan/status/1730254930517393473?s=61)\n\n   - January Regen Full Moon was a blast with visitors and many speakers from other projects visiting the island.\n[Regen Full Moon January Meetup](https://x.com/paulburg_/status/1749703103899939285?s=61)\n[Regen Full Moon January Dance](https://x.com/refiphangan/status/1748721916469445049?s=61)\n    \n - In March we have celebrated our [Anniversary](https://x.com/paulburg_/status/1771089141947830764?s=61) with morning meetup in Sushi Love and talks on public goods capitalization and funding utilizing blockchain.\n\n[Anniversary](https://beige-defiant-spoonbill-537.mypinata.cloud/ipfs/QmebEYySdo8Fv2mtn9fDyA4J1bkhXXDZiGtCY6D6wnQSHW)\n\nThe most recent event we participated in was Koh Celo irl event “CELO: mobile-first blockchain” where ReFi Phangan spoke online and presented the activity recap and future plans for the island economy and for collaborations with Koh Celo. \n\n[Koh CELO event](https://beige-defiant-spoonbill-537.mypinata.cloud/ipfs/Qmc3omys4JnihLJYKExX6qS9uywUhtY3nTm1nTWn2mEXjq)\n\n2. **NGO and Communities Onboarding**:\n\nWe organized event for Clean Phangan community to onboard them to web3 and in particular to the idea of Impact Product - NFT collection by EcoSynthesisX aiming to sell the impact of beach cleanup community to the impact investors.\n\n[Onboarding Event](https://x.com/paulburg_/status/1700696721024852294?s=61)\n\nLearn more about 1st ImpactNFT collection on [mint page](https://cleanphangan.impactnft.xyz)\n\nNext NGO to be onboarded to Impact Product idea is EcoThailand Foundation who are already successfully stepping into web3 grants world by participating in Giveth Earth QF and GG20. \n\n3. **Cleanups and Environmental Initiatives:** We actively participate in cleanups and support initiatives and platforms like Monthly Earth Day, Decentralized Cleanup Network, Open Litter Map, Cleanify.  \n\n\n- [Monthly Earth Day April Cleanup by ReFi Phangan](https://x.com/refiphangan/status/1771213667415015784?s=61)\n\n- [Labor Day Cleanup by ReFi Phangan](https://x.com/refiphangan/status/1785639942150148358?s=61)\n\n- [Monthly Earth Day May Cleanup by ReFi Phangan](https://x.com/refiphangan/status/1793249659542016099?s=61)\n\n- [Monthly Earth Day July Cleanup by ReFi Phangan](https://x.com/refiphangan/status/1815683299542761801?s=61)\n\n\n4. **Education and Outreach:** We conducted meetups on crypto wallet usage and onboard new users to platforms like Gitcoin and Giveth Grants, fostering a culture of philanthropy within the community.\n   \n   - [View here](https://x.com/refiphangan/status/1711766987276460347?s=61)\n\n#### Funding:\n\nMost of our funding comes from grants rounds. So far, we have participated in: \n\n- GG18: Web3 community and education round\n- Giveth Optimism QF\n- GG19: Climate solutions round\n- Giveth & Metapool QF for SEA\n- EcoSynthesisX Spring QF round on Gitcoin\n- GG20: Climate coordination network\n- Giveth Earth QF\n\nWe have gathered around $8500 during one year of activity.\n\n#### Budget Allocation:\n\n1. **Event Organization:** Funding required for venue rental, logistics, and speaker honorariums for future onboarding events.\n   \n3. **Cleanups and Environmental Initiatives:** Budget for cleanup equipment, promotional materials, and collaboration with partnering organizations.\n   \n4. **Education and Outreach:** Funds for conducting workshops, producing educational materials, and supporting user onboarding to crypto platforms.\n\n5. **Re:Plast Budget:** Grants funding we save for initiation of a full circle recycling facility on Koh Phangan. We have started designing this project before GG20 and are excited to continue growing the budget for the mission with Gitcoin Grants.\n\n#### Re:Plast Koh Phangan\n\n**Summary:**\n\nRe:Plast Koh Phangan is a pioneering recycling initiative aimed at revolutionizing the management of plastic waste on the island. By converting plastic waste into valuable, sustainable products, this project significantly contributes to environmental conservation and community welfare.\n\n**Background and Rationale:**\n\nPlastic pollution poses a severe threat to Koh Phangan's pristine environment. Re:Plast addresses this challenge by engaging the community in effective recycling practices, thus mitigating the impact of plastic waste on the island.\n\n![What? Why? How?](https://beige-defiant-spoonbill-537.mypinata.cloud/ipfs/QmbVb5Gaax6kPA4AVNomMV4gwLaXmVyE5zZk9TBPcdywXQ)\n\n**Project Objectives:**\n\n1. Minimize plastic waste through repurposing into sustainable products.\n2. Educate the community and visitors on the importance of recycling and sustainability.\n3. Implement advanced recycling techniques to preserve the island's natural beauty.\n\n**Methodology:**\n\n- Establish a dedicated recycling workshop equipped with necessary machinery.\n- Conduct recycling workshops and community-driven projects.\n- Produce eco-friendly products from recycled plastics.\n- Build a team for workshop management and educational outreach.\n\n![Transformation](https://beige-defiant-spoonbill-537.mypinata.cloud/ipfs/QmbUnBYQmSiPGLUdTHiPiuwpT58ea8UPWiyHd1tqPHqPqE)\n\nRe:Plast Koh Phangan represents a vital step towards addressing plastic pollution and serves as a model for community-based recycling efforts.\n\n**Pros and Cons of Sourcing Options:**\n\n- Ordering Machines from China: While providing direct availability and professional manufacture, this option comes with high costs and an increased carbon footprint.\n- Using Precious Plastic Designs: Offers access to a supportive network, customizable designs, and local skill development, despite challenges in assembly and part sourcing.\n\nConsidering these factors, Re:Plast will prioritize using Precious Plastic designs to foster community engagement and technical skill enhancement, aligning with our commitment to sustainability and community empowerment.\n\nIn conclusion, ReFi Phangan is dedicated to driving positive change through community engagement and environmental initiatives on Koh Phangan. With your support, we aim to expand our impact, foster sustainable practices, and inspire others to join us on this journey towards a regenerative future.\n\n[Karma.gap](https://gap.karmahq.xyz/project/refi-phangan-empowering-regenerative-future)\n", "logoImgData": {}, "bannerImgData": {}, "projectGithub": "ReFi-Phangan", "projectTwitter": "ReFiPhangan"}