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", "questionId": 3, "encryptedAnswer": {"ciphertext": "9b/IlxcRsegus+iE5GUYsEEwAQ1ryzSnh6DRZcJ/0zo=", "encryptedSymmetricKey": "4c44c786ff7e7078a6b8d7d404876e52645ebf69f32242f69853eed8cc25b0150b2709d6743d658451184687e960ba010166fd091c5caf9152a5e7b7f2af252cebb9a1cf9be36278675049aadda0e5d791567acfb96aa4770f0624e7a4ef14a5181153e0d9b576c5a51217d4be5e8ccee60549c89043e7d1b15adb2d7472897d0000000000000020085c5f64bd8b841b916bceebd1783dd86d26d8f24003086b104c61626286c6e18f3b779c42ffa2aeb32b27ef64484f97"}}, {"type": "short-answer", "hidden": false, "question": "Link to your Public Group Chat (Discord or Telegram )", "questionId": 4}, {"type": "number", "answer": "1000000", "hidden": false, "question": "Total prior funding for the project in USD", "questionId": 5}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Private investors, friends and family that supported initial technology development and patent acquisition", "hidden": false, "question": "Please expand on how much funding you\u2019ve received from each funding source and when? (VC, grants by foundation, token sales, etc)", "questionId": 6}, {"type": "number", "answer": "62", "hidden": false, "question": "How old (in Months) is the project?", "questionId": 7}, {"type": "address", "hidden": true, "question": "If you participated in past grant rounds using a different project payout wallet address, please share it here:", "questionId": 8}, {"type": "number", "answer": "20", "hidden": false, "question": "Total team size", "questionId": 9}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "https://www.instagram.com/chuchoescoto/\nhttps://www.instagram.com/rgdani33/\nhttps://www.instagram.com/citizenandoni/\nhttps://m.youtube.com/watch?v=j9cPmzxZ3xE&pp=ygUTVGVkeCBhbmRvbmkgYWx2YXJleg%3D%3D \n", "hidden": true, "question": "Profiles or socials of other main team members publicly associated with the project: ", "questionId": 10}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Petgas is in alignment with the Climate Rounds eligibility criteria in a variety of ways. We have demonstrated our project maturity by utilizing advanced technology and mechanisms like ReFi to transform plastic waste into clean energy and engage communities in plastic recovery efforts. Petgas focuses on Climate Solutions by actively combating plastic pollution, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and employing blockchain technology for plastic tracking. We have and continue to implement a robust system of tracking and metrics based on tangible achievements in plastic sequestration and community involvement. With a credible team and a commitment to Impact Measurement Tools like blockchain tracking, Petgas ensures transparency and accountability in our environmental initiatives. Additionally, our plans are to continue to enhance our plastic sequestration technology, expand community engagement, and explore new avenues for environmental sustainability, reflecting our dedication to driving positive change and environmental stewardship.", "hidden": false, "question": "Please explain how your project meets the Climate Solutions Round eligibility criteria. ", "questionId": 11}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "As a young and ambitious company with a mission to **de-plastify the planet**, we've faced numerous challenges along the way. \n* **Misalignment with team values** has led to delays during our early days. However, we are pleased that the past lesson led us to the present with a very aligned team both in strategy as well as operations. We as a team all view Petgas as more than just a revenue-generating organization, we see it as a **solution to many of the UN Sustainable Development Goals**. Beyond that we feel part of a transformative movement that can change our current course and provide hope to humanity.\n\nOur tagline, an acronym of our name, **People Empowering Transformation Gratitude Activation System**, reflects our commitment to empowering people and transforming the world.\n\n* **Long lead cycles** are an inherent challenge in industrial technologies that bring disruption, with plant investments ranging from $1.5 to $5 million USD. As a Mexican-based company, we have had to navigate many conversations to secure aligned impact investors who see the potential in our mission.\n\nThis is precisely why we look to the utilization of **web3 as an attractive fundraising mechanism** that allows us to secure funding from our community, rather than relying on traditional profit-driven investors. We believe in **distributed models of funding and ownership** and are excited to explore this path towards a more equitable and sustainable future.", "hidden": false, "question": "If you've received funding in past grant rounds, please share any new updates or milestones from the prior months. You can also include the challenges you've faced. ", "questionId": 12}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["No"], "hidden": false, "question": "Have you used Hypercert, Deresy, Karma GAP or other impact tool for your project? ", "questionId": 13}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Not yet but we plan to!", "hidden": false, "question": "Please share links to any tools you are using to track impact (Hypercerts, Deresy, Karma GAP).", "questionId": 14}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "The impact of PETGAS\u00b4plastic sequestration technology is measured through various key metrics including the kilos of plastic removed, number of participants per cleanup, lifecycle emissions reduction, landfill gas emissions, incineration avoidance metrics, and reduction of sanitary landfill gases. These metrics track the tangible reductions in emissions and pollutants, showcasing PETGAS' effective management of plastic waste in alignment with environmental sustainability goals. By utilizing the PETGAS technology, significant strides are made in combating plastic pollution, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and contributing to a cleaner, more sustainable future.\n", "hidden": false, "question": "How do you measure the impact of your project? Please provide examples and/or standard metrics. This might be used in future impact reports ", "questionId": 15}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "We have multiple alliances with different NGOs that share a common mission to heal the planet from the big plastic patch we are leaving to our next generations like: Bye Bye Plastic, Dayzero Festival, Ecoce, Art With Me Festival, Tulum Circula, ReFi Tulum, and many others.\n![dayzeropetgas gg20](https://hackmd.io/_uploads/r1PDS1_ZC.jpg)", "hidden": false, "question": "Anything else you'd like to share about your project, previous work, or other project affiliations? Anything you'd like to add that may help in determining project eligibility?", "questionId": 16}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["Yes"], "hidden": true, "question": "Would you like to opt-in to future messages from the Climate Coordination Network (CCN) for updates, information, and/or interviews? ", "questionId": 17}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["Yes"], "hidden": true, "question": "Would you like to opt-in to us sharing your information with select third-parties for investment opportunities? ", "questionId": 18}, {"type": "multiple-choice", "answer": "Other", "hidden": false, "question": "Which of these categories best represents your project? Choose from: ", "questionId": 19}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["North America", "Central and South America"], "hidden": false, "question": "Location/Region where the project is located: Choose from: ", "questionId": 20}, {"type": "multiple-choice", "answer": "Central and South America", "hidden": false, "question": "Primary Location/Region where the project is making an impact: Choose from: ", "questionId": 21}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "M\u00e9xico, Colombia ", "hidden": false, "question": "What specific Country or Countries are you making an impact in?", "questionId": 22}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["Yes"], "hidden": true, "question": "Have you read and confirmed your grant abides by the Program General Eligibility Policy? https://gitcoin.notion.site/GG18-Eligibility-cb4a5754c56043d4b3ed34eddbac261c?pvs=4", "questionId": 23}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["Yes"], "hidden": false, "question": "Would you like to be included in an additional 125k sub-round funded by Shell? All grantees must agree to a KYC process to be eligible to receive these funds. ", "questionId": 24}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["Yes"], "hidden": false, "question": "Would you like to be included in an additional 50k sub-round funded by Celo? In order to qualify you must meet one of these eligibility criteria: Have an active deployment on the Celo blockchain or Have a clear public intention, commitment, or roadmap towards supporting Celo.  ", "questionId": 25}], "project": {"id": "0xc2ed99406587576c97c7cc398ecc259a5e570fad92c18d0f815e9570a45c7d3b", "title": "Petgas: People Empowering Transformation Gratitude Activation System", "logoImg": "bafkreiehtqcudgwzjkdi2v5yqa5jdaaey3huq5gsbthjtms5n4nowf3oie", "metaPtr": {"pointer": "bafkreia43usmjgx3vrvguui6jcdz3j5ibvpec7paigqrckcquj5mkp2gxe", "protocol": "undefined"}, "website": "https://www.petgas.com.mx/", "bannerImg": "bafkreifkgnurxwy2ovd4hvpkl6xe54hgaatpbalafvyxdwwcnh7dg4gs3y", "createdAt": 1714010456007, "credentials": {"twitter": {"type": ["VerifiableCredential"], "proof": {"jws": "eyJhbGciOiJFZERTQSIsImNyaXQiOlsiYjY0Il0sImI2NCI6ZmFsc2V9..s2TAJZ4uAuhTQXflBqJu1rsdverTx2LAYZQ8dvsjwVfQLcijhSiDwdzmnQZHBNmcP-FnXrcWW0GAtlFOkVeaBg", "type": "Ed25519Signature2018", "created": "2024-04-25T02:48:55.993Z", "proofPurpose": "assertionMethod", "verificationMethod": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC#z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC"}, "issuer": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC", "@context": ["https://www.w3.org/2018/credentials/v1"], "issuanceDate": "2024-04-25T02:48:55.993Z", "expirationDate": "2024-07-24T02:48:55.993Z", "credentialSubject": {"id": "did:pkh:eip155:1:0xe7A7F29c0594eb70772d3d7A45fC918942DB41d8", "hash": "v0.0.0:FhjJziFeoQpKihwwr4EkhqX1dFxUJGp03a7dJTf3trU=", "@context": [{"hash": "https://schema.org/Text", "provider": "https://schema.org/Text"}], "provider": "ClearTextTwitter#petgasmx"}}}, "description": "# **Petgas**: People Empowering Transformation Gratitude Activation System\nPetgas is a pioneering Mexican company dedicated to environmental regeneration through state-of-the-art technology and ReFi (regenerative finance) mechanisms such as tokenization and fractionalized ownership of real-world assets (RWA). Specializing in mitigating the harmful impact of plastic on our planet, Petgas utilizes patented physics-based technology to transform plastic waste into clean, non-fossil fuel energy.\n\nWe creatively transform recaptured plastic into value, empowering transformational change in society and individuals, fostering community and planetary regeneration through incentivization with token rewards. As part of our gratitude activation system,' we give gratitude for our community of Guardians actively taking planet positive actions. \n\nCentral to our operations is a commitment to transparency. Leveraging blockchain technology ensures traceability, while the production of plastic credits allows individuals and corporations to offset their plastic footprint verifiably. With a diversified portfolio of web3 offerings, ranging from **fractionalized ownership in plant operations** to **reward tokens redeemable for real products and services**, and **bitcoin mining rewards using clean plastic derived fuels**, Petgas is at the forefront of bridging today\u2019s technology in our distributed future.\n\n![petgascleanupgg20](https://hackmd.io/_uploads/H1kK3CvW0.jpg)\n\n\n\n# Climate Round Eligibility\nPetgas is eligible for the GG 20 Climate round based on several factors that align with the grant criteria:\n\n1. **Project Maturity**: Petgas has been at the forefront of environmental regeneration, leveraging state-of-the-art technology and ReFi mechanisms for several years. From transforming plastic waste into clean, non-fossil fuel energy to incentivizing community participation in plastic recovery, Petgas's initiatives have evolved and expanded, while transitioning from a web2 industrial player similar to a small oil and gas company to a fully integrated web3 innovation player leveraging the best of web3 tools to develop new economies and value for humanity in the service of nature.\n\n2. **Focus on Climate Solutions**: Petgas's core mission revolves around mitigating the harmful impact of plastic pollution on the planet, directly contributing to the reduction of GHGs greenhouse gas emissions. Through our plastic sequestration technology and tracking of recovered plastic on the blockchain, Petgas is advancing core infrastructure for web3 climate solutions.\n![plastic jef gg20](https://hackmd.io/_uploads/rkJF2Rw-C.jpg)\n\n3. **Progress and Impact Documentation**: Petgas has a track record of tangible achievements, from successfully sequestering plastic and reducing environmental pollution to fostering community engagement through our gratitude activation system. With clear plans for future initiatives, including expanding our technological capabilities and furthering community involvement through ReFi, we are poised to continue making significant strides in environmental stewardship with verifiable proof points each step of the way.\n\n4. **Viability and Credibility**: With a dedicated team of scientists and technologists knowledgeable in plastic chemical properties, web3 technologies and environmental initiatives, Petgas presents realistic and achievable goals with a proven technology that combats plastic pollution, while  promoting planetary regeneration.\n\n5. **Use of Impact Measurement Tools**: Petgas is committed to implementing advanced impact measurement tools, such as blockchain tracking, to ensure transparency and accountability in our environmental efforts. By leveraging innovative technologies, we aim to accurately measure and report our impact on greenhouse gas emissions and environmental regeneration.\n\n\n**Future Plans and Updates**: Petgas has outlined clear plans for 2024, which include new operations in Veracruz, Colombia and Tulum -  further improving our plastic sequestration technology, expanding community engagement initiatives, and exploring new opportunities for environmental regeneration. These forward-thinking projects demonstrate Petgas' commitment to driving positive change and leaving a lasting impact on the planet.\n![petgasplant gg20](https://hackmd.io/_uploads/H1c8ZyOZR.jpg)\n\n\nPetgas meets and exemplifies the requirements of the Climate Solutions Round through our established history, focused mission on environmental regeneration, measurable impacts, and innovative initiatives leveraging technology for regenerative solutions.\n\n\n# Measuring the Impact of PETGAS: Examples and Standard Metrics\n\nThe following is an example of key metrics that we track and reduction figures based on internal scientific analysis of output emissions and multiple peer reviewed published scientific research studies. \n\n- **Kilos of Plastic Removed** Tracking by weight and type of each kind of plastic that is removed from the environment.\n- **Number of Participants per Cleanup** Tracking participants, whether they are locals or tourists, gauging their level of interest in joining future cleanups and taking on leadership roles for our ambassador program.\n- **Lifecycle Emissions Reduction**: Direct measurement of CO2 reduction per ton of plastic transformed; about 1.5 tons of CO2 is avoided for each ton of plastic processed through the PETGAS technology.\n- **Landfill Gas Emissions**: Avoidance of methane and CO2 emissions by preventing plastics from reaching landfills.\n    - **Methane Reduction**: Between 0.5 and 2 tons of CO2 equivalent per ton of plastic that is diverted from landfilling.\n    - ![petgas methane](https://hackmd.io/_uploads/ryRWdVPWR.jpg)\n\n    \n    - **Carbon Dioxide Reduction**: 10 grams of CO2 per kg of plastic diverted from landfills.\n- **Incineration Avoidance Metrics**: Comparison of emissions when plastic is transformed versus incinerated. \n    - **CO2 Reduction**: Approximately 3 kg of CO2 is reduced per kg of plastic transformed instead of incinerated.\n    - **Reduction of Nitrogen Oxides and Particulate Matter**: Ranging from 0.1 to 0.2 kg of NOx and 0.1 to 1 kg of particulate matter per ton of plastic transformed, rather than incinerated.\n- **Sanitary Landfill Gases**:\n   - **Methane Reduction**: About 0.5 to 1 kg of CO2e per kg of plastic disposed in landfills is avoided through the transformation process.\n\nThese metrics not only quantify the tangible reductions in emissions and pollutants but also showcase PETGAS' effective management of plastic waste in alignment with environmental sustainability targets. By implementing our PETGAS technology, we are making measurable impact in the fight against plastic pollution and contributing to a cleaner, regenerative future.\n![measure gg oil](https://hackmd.io/_uploads/SkIPy1dZ0.jpg) \n# Recycling is a Lie\nThis is the stark reality check we need to face -challenging the common misconception regarding our plastic waste management. \n\n**Less than 10% of plastic is recyclable, with only around 9% of annual plastic waste being recycled globally**. Among the various types of plastic, only two categories of plastic are recyclable: PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) and HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene). These plastics are commonly used in items like water bottles (PET) and milk jugs (HDPE) and have established recycling streams. However, even with these recyclable plastics, the challenges of contamination and sorting limit recycling capabilities.\n\n## What types of plastic can be transformed with Petgas?\n![plastittypes gg20](https://hackmd.io/_uploads/Sy3behv-C.jpg)\n\n\n\n# Patented Process and Outputs\n\nThrough a patented non-catalytic pyrolysis process called thermo-distillation with cracking, Petgas is able to transform all types of plastic mixed together into clean ready-to-use fuels.\n\n\nThis process is carried out in the absence of oxygen. There is no combustion, we do not burn plastic or generate any kind of polluting emissions into the environment. We transform plastics from their original solid state to gaseous form which is then transformed into fuels based on the length of their carbon chains.\n\nFor each kilo of plastic, our process produces five commercial combustible outputs.\n![WhatsApp Image 2024-04-24 at 22.02.31](https://hackmd.io/_uploads/SJODLsPZ0.jpg)\n\n![Captura de Pantalla 2024-04-25 a la(s) 8.42.41](https://hackmd.io/_uploads/ryaAp0w-0.png)\n\n\nPetgas is proud to stand as a beacon of innovation and environmental stewardship in the fight against plastic pollution. With our groundbreaking technology and regenerative finance mechanisms, we are not only transforming plastic waste into clean energy but also empowering communities to actively participate in environmental regeneration. \n\n\n![leogg20](https://hackmd.io/_uploads/SyurRCPbA.jpg)\n\n\nThrough our transparent and blockchain-enabled approach, we are setting new standards for accountability and impact measurement. As we continue to pioneer solutions for a sustainable future, we are honored to apply for the Gitcoin GG20 grant, knowing that our collective efforts will leave a lasting legacy of positive change for generations to come.\n\n**The Gas Station of the Future**\n*Bring your Plastic, Fill your Tank.*\n\n![gg20 petgas 11](https://hackmd.io/_uploads/Bk3-dnPbA.jpg)\n\n**Making our Debut at *Art with Me***\n*Collecting plastic from the beach and transforming it into clean fuel*\n\n\n![gg20kidsartwithme](https://hackmd.io/_uploads/rJ3u6hvbA.jpg)\n\n**Petgas P1 Machine***\n![robotinaplaya](https://hackmd.io/_uploads/SJSs63w-C.jpg)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n", "lastUpdated": 0, "projectTwitter": "petgasmx"}, "recipient": "0xB6F426B79f6b23FA4aE66600fED968c34e55d042"}}