{"title": "shaanpatel.eth", "logoImg": "bafkreibvwki24bsnpn3ptvqnyhjwl2xanvrhdeducycspurkwtoa7ba7yq", "website": "https://www.atlantisp2p.com/", "bannerImg": "bafkreifxgcsms3kpwbdrn2i5qsqczssl7kbg5oqti5qn4quezachu2v5te", "createdAt": 1729150469958, "userGithub": "epistetechnican", "credentials": {"twitter": {"type": ["VerifiableCredential"], "proof": {"jws": "eyJhbGciOiJFZERTQSIsImNyaXQiOlsiYjY0Il0sImI2NCI6ZmFsc2V9..Hw82hqff79zPjOrTboUk-KDlMHG_gs9XNCCFReLTUw-FzO_Sxx_kasPzzvNxLltvjmjn6jgNy_DltnaPi6taBw", "type": "Ed25519Signature2018", "created": "2024-10-17T07:32:25.778Z", "proofPurpose": "assertionMethod", "verificationMethod": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC#z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC"}, "issuer": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC", "@context": ["https://www.w3.org/2018/credentials/v1"], "issuanceDate": "2024-10-17T07:32:25.778Z", "expirationDate": "2025-01-15T07:32:25.778Z", "credentialSubject": {"id": "did:pkh:eip155:1:0x43D936856485c6FF09E05FFdF0A97989A433ab9D", "hash": "v0.0.0:oVPK94xMiCWVjEXepXuQcQ3CuWW1dxWNhBToUvF3k/s=", "@context": [{"hash": "https://schema.org/Text", "provider": "https://schema.org/Text"}], "provider": "ClearTextTwitter#epistetechnic"}}}, "description": "# A Vision of Tomorrow: My Journey with Atlantis\n\nDear Fellow Changemakers,\n\nThere's a moment when you realize that the path you're walking isn't just a career choice, but a calling. For me, that moment came at the intersection of environmental economics, data science, and the infinite possibilities of web3. I'm Shaan, and I'd like to share with you my journey with Atlantis DAO, a story that began with a simple question: \"How can we bridge the gap between technological innovation and tangible environmental impact?\"\n\n## The Seeds of Change\n\nMy journey started in the halls of academia, where environmental economics and business analytics gave me the tools to understand our world's complex challenges. But it was in the vibrant streets of Bengaluru, amidst the bustling energy of local communities, that I found my true purpose. Here, working with Atlantis DAO, I discovered that the future of environmental conservation isn't just in the numbers and data – it's in the hearts and hands of communities coming together.\n\nAs a partner and innovation lead at Atlantis DAO, I've had the privilege of witnessing the transformation of abstract concepts into living, breathing initiatives. Our Sacred Sanctuaries, beginning with our pioneering project in Bangalore, aren't just physical spaces – they're testaments to what's possible when we blend traditional wisdom with technological innovation.\n\n## The Bridge Builder\n\nMy role at Atlantis has always been about building bridges. Between the precision of data analytics and the organic nature of community building. Between the revolutionary potential of web3 and the pressing needs of local environmental initiatives. Having worked with B corporations like Ben & Jerry's, I brought with me a deep understanding of how to measure and value socio-economic impact. But Atlantis has taught me that true impact goes beyond metrics – it's about creating ripples of positive change that transform communities.\n\n## Our Technological Canvas\n\nIn my daily work, I find myself weaving together multiple threads: analyzing on-chain and off-chain data to guide our decisions, applying Bayesian econometrics to understand environmental justice gaps, and designing governance mechanisms that align capital with community needs. It's like conducting an orchestra where every instrument – from SQL databases to community feedback – plays a crucial role in our symphony of change.\n\n## The Sacred Vision\n\nOur Sacred Sanctuaries hold a special place in my heart. They're not just projects; they're living laboratories where we're proving that a solarpunk future isn't just a dream – it's an achievable reality. Through these spaces, we're demonstrating how web3 can transcend its digital origins to create tangible environmental and social impact.\n\n## Looking Forward\n\nAs I look ahead, I see Atlantis DAO as more than an organization – it's a movement. We're building a future where technology serves as a catalyst for environmental preservation, where community decisions are powered by data but guided by heart, and where every individual has the tools to become a steward of our planet.\n\nOur protocol and app are designed to be the infrastructure of this vision. They're not just platforms for transactions; they're gateways to meaningful participation in environmental conservation. Whether it's through our bounty system that rewards positive impact, our community governance mechanisms, or our data-driven approach to measuring success, every element is crafted to empower and engage.\n\n## The Personal Touch\n\nWhen I'm not immersed in data or community building, you might find me mountain biking through trails, practicing yoga, or planning my next summit challenge. These personal pursuits remind me that our work at Atlantis is about preserving and enhancing the natural world we all share and love.\n\n## An Invitation\n\nTo everyone reading this – whether you're a data scientist, an environmental enthusiast, or someone who simply cares about our planet's future – Atlantis DAO is more than just a protocol or an app. It's a community of dreamers and doers, united in our belief that technology can be a force for environmental good.\n\nWe're not just building tools; we're nurturing a movement where every action, no matter how small, contributes to a larger tapestry of positive change. Through our bounties, governance systems, and Sacred Sanctuaries, we're creating spaces where technology meets purpose, where data meets heart, and where individual actions culminate in collective impact.\n\nJoin us in this journey. Whether you're contributing code, completing bounties, or simply spreading the word, there's a place for you in our vision of a sustainable, technologically-empowered future.\n\nWith hope and determination,\n\nShaan Patel\nPartner & Innovation Lead, Atlantis DAO\n\n---\n\n*\"In the end, we will conserve only what we love, we will love only what we understand, and we will understand only what we are taught.\" - Baba Dioum*\n\n*This quote guides my work at Atlantis, where we strive to create understanding through data, love through community, and conservation through action.*", "logoImgData": {}, "bannerImgData": {}, "projectTwitter": "epistetechnic"}