{"signature": "0x2e9bf9235a185e424a17748749f2f5f4466a4e0c739dbb9c5177faec0be3dc7e458e7d10ea547b70de444d7b29d48b9462459410b7a8b0512146eb2ac2115b351c", "application": {"round": "0x0d1bab6d06e5059f4abc6034809aa2fb74aa13a6", "answers": [{"type": "email", "answer": "rajiabdullahi907@gmail.com", "hidden": true, "question": "Email Address", "questionId": 0}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "EarthFi is a blockchain-based platform revolutionizing plastic recycling by transforming waste into valuable digital assets. By creating a transparent and efficient recycling ecosystem, EarthFi incentivizes individuals and communities to participate in recycling efforts, reducing environmental pollution while fostering economic opportunities. The platform empowers users to exchange plastic waste for digital assets, promoting environmental sustainability and community engagement on a global scale.", "hidden": false, "question": "Provide a brief description of your project", "questionId": 1}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["Real World Assets (RWA)"], "hidden": true, "question": "Which of the following Metis ecosystem themes does your project focus on? (Select all that apply)", "questionId": 2}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "EarthFi's approach to community engagement and self-marketing is centered around creating meaningful connections, fostering collaboration, and empowering individuals to take an active role in environmental sustainability. Here's how we achieve this:\n\nCommunity Engagement:\n1. Incentivizing Participation: We motivate communities to participate in plastic recycling by offering digital assets in exchange for their contributions. This not only encourages environmental responsibility but also provides economic benefits, driving greater involvement.\n\n2. Educational Initiatives: We conduct workshops, webinars, and educational campaigns to raise awareness about the importance of recycling and the environmental impact of plastic waste. By educating communities, we empower them with the knowledge and tools needed to make informed decisions and take action.\n\n3. Local Partnerships: EarthFi collaborates with local organizations, recycling centers, and community leaders to ensure that our initiatives are tailored to the specific needs of each community. These partnerships help us build trust and foster long-term engagement.\n\n4. Feedback Loops: We actively seek feedback from community members to continuously improve our platform and services. By involving the community in the development process, we ensure that EarthFi remains relevant and responsive to their needs.\n\nSelf-Marketing:\n1. Storytelling: We leverage storytelling to highlight the impact of EarthFi, sharing success stories of individuals and communities who have benefited from our platform. These narratives resonate with a broader audience, inspiring more people to join our mission.\n\n2. Social Media Engagement: We maintain an active presence on social media platforms, sharing updates, educational content, and community stories. By engaging with our audience online, we build a strong, loyal following and amplify our message.\n\n3. Content Marketing: EarthFi produces informative blog posts, videos, and infographics that highlight the importance of recycling and how our platform contributes to environmental sustainability. This content positions us as thought leaders in the space and attracts like-minded individuals to our cause.\n\n4. Events and Webinars: We host and participate in events, webinars, and conferences to showcase EarthFi's solutions and connect with potential users, partners, and stakeholders. These events also provide opportunities for networking and collaboration.\n\n5. Referral Programs: To encourage word-of-mouth marketing, we offer referral incentives to existing users who bring new participants to the platform. This helps us grow our community organically while rewarding our most dedicated supporters.\n\nBy combining these strategies, EarthFi effectively engages with communities, builds brand awareness, and drives participation in our mission to create a sustainable, waste-free future.", "hidden": true, "question": "Describe your project's approach to community engagement and self-marketing", "questionId": 3}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "To drive user adoption and foster a supportive environment for EarthFi within the Metis ecosystem, we will focus on targeted outreach and community building. We’ll offer incentives for early adopters, conduct educational campaigns on recycling benefits, and partner with local organizations to integrate our system. By actively engaging with users through events, webinars, and a robust support system, we’ll build trust and encourage widespread participation in our sustainable recycling initiative.", "hidden": true, "question": "How do you plan to drive user adoption and a supportive environment within the Metis ecosystem?", "questionId": 4}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Here’s a clear roadmap for EarthFi, including key milestones and deliverables:\n\nQ4 2024: Initial Development and Pilot\n- Platform Development: Finalize the blockchain-based recycling system's core features.\n- Pilot Program: Launch a pilot program in select regions to test the platform’s functionality and gather feedback.\n- Partnerships: Establish partnerships with local recycling centers and organizations.\n\nQ1 2025: Beta Launch and Community Engagement\n- Beta Release: Launch the beta version of the platform to a broader audience.\n- Community Outreach: Begin educational campaigns and workshops to raise awareness about the platform.\n- User Onboarding: Implement referral programs and incentives for early adopters.\n\nQ2 2025: Full Launch and Expansion\n- Official Launch: Release the full version of EarthFi to the public.\n- Regional Expansion: Expand to additional regions based on pilot program feedback and initial success.\n- Enhanced Features: Introduce advanced features based on user feedback and data analysis.\n\nQ3 2025: Optimization and Growth\n- Performance Optimization: Refine and optimize the platform for better user experience and scalability.\n- Strategic Partnerships: Forge additional partnerships with environmental organizations and industry stakeholders.\n- Marketing Campaign: Execute a comprehensive marketing campaign to drive widespread adoption.\n\nQ4 2025: Impact Assessment and Future Planning\n- Impact Review: Assess the environmental and economic impact of the platform based on user data and feedback.\n- Community Feedback: Collect and analyze feedback from users and partners to guide future improvements.\n- Roadmap for Next Phase: Develop a roadmap for further expansion and feature enhancements based on the review and feedback.\n\nBy following this roadmap, EarthFi aims to establish a robust recycling ecosystem, drive user adoption, and create significant environmental and community impacts.", "hidden": true, "question": "Provide a clear roadmap of your project, including key milestones and deliverables.  You may provide a link to an accompanying document or sheet if needed.", "questionId": 5}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Our team's expertise is pivotal to the successful execution of EarthFi. We have a strong foundation in blockchain development, with skilled developers who build secure and transparent decentralized applications. Their expertise ensures that EarthFi’s platform operates efficiently and reliably, providing a seamless user experience.\n\nEnvironmental science professionals on our team offer critical insights into effective recycling practices and the impact of plastic waste. Their knowledge helps us design a system that maximizes environmental benefits and aligns with best practices in waste management.\n\nAdditionally, our software engineers ensure that EarthFi's platform is scalable and user-friendly, capable of handling large volumes of transactions efficiently. Community engagement specialists work to build relationships with local organizations and educate users about recycling, fostering active participation.\n\nOur business development and marketing experts drive strategic partnerships and effective promotional campaigns. They are instrumental in expanding EarthFi’s reach and raising awareness about our mission. With experienced project managers overseeing progress and coordinating efforts, our team is well-equipped to bring EarthFi’s vision to life and achieve significant environmental and community impacts.", "hidden": true, "question": "How does your team's expertise contribute to the successful execution of the project? Please provide relevant background information", "questionId": 6}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Here's a breakdown of how we plan to utilize the funds in increments to maximize EarthFi’s impact within the Metis ecosystem:\n\nFirst $2,000: Initial Development and Setup\n- Platform Development: Invest in building the core features of the blockchain-based recycling system.\n- Pilot Program Preparation: Fund initial pilot program setup, including testing and community outreach.\n- Marketing: Allocate a portion for initial promotional efforts to generate awareness and attract early adopters.\n\nNext $2,000: Community Engagement and Beta Launch\n- Beta Release: Support the launch of the beta version of EarthFi, including technical support and user onboarding.\n- Educational Campaigns: Fund workshops, webinars, and educational materials to raise awareness and train users.\n- Local Partnerships: Establish partnerships with local recycling centers and organizations to integrate our system.\n\nNext $2,000: Expansion and Optimization\n- Regional Expansion: Use funds to expand the platform’s reach to additional regions based on pilot feedback.\n- Feature Enhancements: Invest in developing and integrating advanced features based on user feedback.\n- Performance Optimization: Refine the platform for improved scalability and user experience.\n\nFinal $2,000: Scaling and Impact Assessment\n- Marketing Campaign: Execute a comprehensive marketing campaign to drive widespread adoption and user engagement.\n- Impact Review: Assess the environmental and economic impact of the platform and gather community feedback.\n- Future Planning: Develop a roadmap for further expansion and additional feature enhancements.\n\nAdjustments if Full Funding Target is Not Met:\n1. Prioritize Core Development: Focus on essential platform features and initial pilot program with the available funds. This will allow us to launch a functional version and demonstrate proof of concept.\n2. Scale Community Engagement Gradually: Implement a phased approach to community outreach and educational campaigns, starting with key regions and expanding as additional funds become available.\n3. Optimize Spending: Allocate funds efficiently, focusing on high-impact activities and leveraging partnerships to extend our reach without additional costs.\n4. Seek Additional Funding: If initial funds are insufficient, explore alternative funding sources such as grants, sponsorships, or crowdfunding to bridge the gap and support further development and expansion.\n\nBy carefully managing and prioritizing our budget, we aim to maximize EarthFi’s impact within the Metis ecosystem and achieve our goals of transforming plastic recycling and fostering environmental sustainability.", "hidden": true, "question": "Provide a breakdown of how you plan to utilize the funds in increments (e.g., first $2k, next $2k, etc.) to maximize your project's impact within the Metis ecosystem. Also, explain how you would adjust your plans if you still need to meet your full funding target and raise meaningful funds.", "questionId": 7}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "New on Metis network", "hidden": true, "question": "Is this a new or ongoing project? If ongoing, briefly describe your past contributions to the Metis ecosystem, including any CVP approval, supplemental support received, and specific results achieved.", "questionId": 8}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "No", "hidden": true, "question": "Is there anything else you'd like to share about your project, previous work, or other affiliations that may help determine project eligibility?", "questionId": 9}, {"type": "dropdown", "answer": " Yes, I have read the entire Code of Conduct and additional points and agree to follow these standards.", "hidden": true, "question": "Do you confirm that you have read the entire Code of Conduct (https://support.gitcoin.co/gitcoin-knowledge-base/about-gitcoin/code-of-conduct) including the additional emphasis on collaboration and prohibition of quid pro quo, and agree to abide by these standards?", "questionId": 10}, {"type": "dropdown", "answer": " Yes, I commit to upholding these principles.", "hidden": true, "question": "Do you commit to upholding these collaboration principles and prohibiting quid pro quo (https://support.gitcoin.co/gitcoin-knowledge-base/gitcoin-grants/general-questions/what-is-our-quid-pro-quo-policy) practices?", "questionId": 11}], "project": {"id": "0x4851ce871b2402d09770083d55eac28982b063ec18f5c64ac1dad5b4845f4b02", "title": "Earthfi", "logoImg": "bafkreibqttpu5i7nbosiutirqxu5ucwd4iolsfwyavq2yzjy4mbvwql47i", "metaPtr": {"pointer": "bafkreibcib37zx5itepfexyqwaqunnabo5ryyolznou3sw6k5hkvoorqyi", "protocol": "undefined"}, "website": "https://www.earthfi.xyz", "bannerImg": "bafkreic75ffyje37cdqmurfp3n6jrhh5n3w3qoehfu4t5wc3ceiaoezg5e", "createdAt": 1724970208316, "userGithub": "ameer017", "credentials": {}, "description": "\nEarthFi stems from the vision of transforming waste into value, driving benefits for both the environment and the community. We are developing a simple, customizable on-chain plastic waste recycling system where individuals can exchange their waste for digital assets in a peer-to-peer market.\n\nProblem Statement:\n\nPlastic waste has escalated into a global environmental crisis, with millions of tons polluting landfills, oceans, and natural habitats. Traditional recycling systems are inefficient, lack transparency, and fail to incentivize active participation from individuals and communities. This inefficiency leads to vast amounts of recyclable plastic being wasted, exacerbating environmental degradation.\n\nSolution:\n\nEarthFi aims to enable on-chain value distribution for plastic recycling through value-driven incentives. By leveraging blockchain technology, we’re creating a transparent, efficient ecosystem where individuals are rewarded with digital assets for their plastic waste contributions. This model motivates increased participation in recycling and ensures fair distribution of the value generated from recycled materials.\n\nOver the past 8 months, we’ve facilitated plastic collection for recycling factories across Nigeria, gaining valuable insights into the needs and preferences of plastic users and recyclers regarding on-chain value distribution. This experience has helped us refine our system to better meet user needs, ensuring a seamless and rewarding recycling process.\n\nKey Impacts:\n\nEnvironmental Preservation: EarthFi incentivizes plastic recycling, reducing waste in landfills and oceans and promoting healthier ecosystems.\nCommunity Empowerment: Individuals and communities gain economic opportunities by exchanging plastic waste for digital assets, fostering environmental responsibility.\nTransparency and Trust: Blockchain technology ensures a transparent recycling process, building trust and ensuring fair value distribution.\nScalable and Customizable: EarthFi’s system is designed for scalability and customization, adaptable to various regions and recycling needs for maximum global impact.\nEducation and Awareness: EarthFi educates communities on the environmental and economic benefits of recycling, promoting sustainable practices.", "lastUpdated": 0, "projectTwitter": "EarthFi"}, "recipient": "0x165b2dec88b7dfee3b3933378d83fff8e57a99f9"}}