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(VC, grants by foundation, token sales, etc) ", "questionId": 4}, {"type": "number", "answer": "7", "hidden": false, "question": "Total team size", "questionId": 5}, {"type": "number", "answer": "12", "hidden": false, "question": "How old (in Months) is the project? ", "questionId": 6}, {"type": "short-answer", "hidden": true, "question": "If you participated in past grant rounds using a different project payout wallet address, please share it here:", "questionId": 7}, {"type": "paragraph", "hidden": true, "question": "Profiles or socials of other main team members publicly associated with the project: ", "questionId": 8}, {"type": "dropdown", "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": 9}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Our project falls under one of the climate impact sections, which is using renewable energy resources to build a decentralized global infrastructure network for renewable energy resource connection and monetization to boost carbon reduction applications.", "hidden": false, "question": "Please explain how your project meets the round-specific eligibility criteria. ", "questionId": 10}, {"type": "paragraph", "hidden": false, "question": "What previous Gitcoin grant rounds has this project been a part of? Please share any new updates or milestones from the prior months.", "questionId": 11}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "The assessment of the Arkreen network's impact primarily revolves around the establishment of a global infrastructure network for renewable energy resources, specifically focused on solar energy. This endeavor encompasses a thorough examination of various dimensions to ascertain its efficacy and contribution toward sustainable energy objectives. The integration of blockchain technology safeguards data integrity, while the implementation of a token economy fosters engagement among participants (comprising energy producers, consumers, or a combination thereof, transitioning into prosumers). This dynamic ecosystem is designed to harmonize Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) and facilitate the monetization of individual contributions with minimal friction. Through the incorporation of these innovative technologies, the Arkreen Network aspires to construct this infrastructure in a decentralized manner, originating from grassroots efforts, all the while incentivizing stakeholders within the renewable energy domain to participate actively.\nSeveral pivotal metrics warrant consideration in this context:\na.\tEnergy Generation and Capacity: Quantify the volume of electricity generated by the solar project during specific time frames, such as annually. This measurement can then be juxtaposed against projected or historical energy consumption data for the designated area or facility. This comparative analysis serves as an indicator of the project's contribution to the regional or local energy supply.\nb.\tCarbon Emissions Reduction: Estimate the reduction in greenhouse gas emissions attributable to the solar project. This estimation can subsequently be contrasted with the emissions that would have materialized had an equivalent quantum of electricity been produced using conventional fossil fuels. Such a juxtaposition underscores the environmental advantages inherent in the project.\nc.\tEconomic Implications: Evaluate the project's economic ramifications, encompassing employment generation, heightened economic activity, and potential tax proceeds. This assessment may extend to evaluating the project's influence on indigenous businesses and sectors.\nd.\tEnergy Autonomy: Quantify the degree to which the solar project curtails reliance on imported fossil fuels. Such a measurement has the potential to bolster energy security and resilience.\nIn summation, the Arkreen network's impact is intricately linked to its capacity to develop a global infrastructure network for renewable energy resources, specifically concentrated on solar energy. This assessment entails multifaceted analyses, ranging from environmental benefits and economic advantages to enhanced energy autonomy and equitable participation among stakeholders. Through the integration of innovative technologies and a decentralized approach, the Arkreen Network strives to usher in a new era of sustainable energy solutions.\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": 12}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "# Arkreen as Co-organizer of Web3 Hong Kong Festival-Renewable Finance (ReFi)-Net Zero Web3 summit\n\n![arkreen ReFi summit]( https://cdn.discordapp.com/ephemeral-attachments/1092492867185950852/1140891873548976220/1_NxKGWIZHpk8p38ZStpq7ug_1.webp)\n\nhttps://medium.com/@arkreen/hong-kong-web3-festival-day-2-refi-the-web3-force-driving-carbon-neutrality-a18d4b673bd8\n# arkreen and HashKey Launch GreenBTC.Club for Bitcoin Carbon-Neutrality\nYou can learn more about the news here\nhttps://medium.com/@arkreen/arkreen-and-hashkey-launch-greenbtc-club-for-bitcoin-carbon-neutrality-ef6c58d317b1\n\n# arkreen and ReFi DAO announced their collaboration and became the pioneering members of ReFi Hong Kong, committing to making crucial contributions to Hong Kong\u2019s ESG and carbon neutrality goals. You can learn more about the news here\n\nhttps://medium.com/@arkreen/unleashing-the-future-of-finance-refi-hong-kong-joins-forces-with-arkreen-and-refi-dao-pledging-ce093a75815d\n\n![arkreen ReFi DAO]( https://cdn.discordapp.com/ephemeral-attachments/1092492867185950852/1140889969209131028/1_fOlcLMNfCf_M7yC43f4rTw.webp)\n\nYou can learn more about our project progress through our monthly update from here https://discord.com/channels/1022165037235839007/1060823176872992768/1138008200982052957\n\n\n![arkreen monthly update]( https://cdn.discordapp.com/ephemeral-attachments/1092492867185950852/1140888175259172914/Screenshot_2023-08-15_at_2.01.41_PM.png)\n", "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": 13}, {"type": "dropdown", "hidden": true, "question": "Would you like to opt-in to future messages from Gitcoin for updates, information, and/or interviews? ", "questionId": 14, "encryptedAnswer": {"ciphertext": "hGeJBXtHqPeP0pn6EY0c8nN2wjWEM+ggfCYf+ATYr9U=", "encryptedSymmetricKey": "127a7794d7e8e33402ecfaff1e9bf834ab3d8b96c0d212f8c1a1972e9ecaba5d0fb5d3c37e3172eec811151027d9e11210cdf9a99abb7b6f4eadca127393de967c481d370fe8ce0ee19a9513e2dec4ee202799779ee26720d402610fb89236b956c359857821a6cb0c9232f04c0c4dd8656b47b97a852c8b4bfd7586233463bf0000000000000020f46da78821a18c39bed422787e2f0229bf2dc142c6eacba60d44c38064dbcc78f54df495f8c33db6b5813124ca5582a3"}}, {"type": "dropdown", "hidden": true, "question": "Would you like to opt-in to us sharing your information with select third-parties for investment opportunities? 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All grantees will need to agree to a KYC process to be eligible to receive these funds.", "questionId": 16, "encryptedAnswer": {"ciphertext": "dg58b6QJYjHUXR/ra2hzgVNYB0PsDy7hxF7DpkrRlYY=", "encryptedSymmetricKey": "4cb02d6b99d558d2893468e197770ac68207348afef05aa516f9348bb9d28527a7f8a5dff3b1e3d9fcb0ac2e3dcf540e625a8b0c6ce735b73c62352e1447ea655c3d12c5aaebaa2dc7e0d6fb4943a03bbcdb025803dfef4b1fe0515ed860bc84714d4f305742942d7559cf8ab62b37ba4e0e6fc881d4e68d3c4823b6762219860000000000000020fccb8020195f8e47d66da972ab2d5b61444f44d87a37a981809244f6d0b49135f95919e43925dd032359f908e5f279b6"}}, {"type": "dropdown", "answer": "Asia", "hidden": true, "question": "Location/Region where the project is based ", "questionId": 17}], "project": {"id": "10:0x8e1bD5Da87C14dd8e08F7ecc2aBf9D1d558ea174:1002", "title": "arkreen", "logoImg": "bafkreiepg6zfofpynulck2bpwtgs6s7o3cvdvv3kx2dlybmjfdgbuxuyee", "metaPtr": {"pointer": "bafkreigwakmfhil644et3dt4rksoitht3stknly4v6cyzsb5oni2czzuku", "protocol": "1"}, "website": "https://www.arkreen.com", "bannerImg": "bafybeido7z6xicydknapnmbiskkz5j4acynj33fklk5vtekdpbbxq6skny", "createdAt": 1692076391830, "credentials": {"twitter": {"type": ["VerifiableCredential"], "proof": {"jws": "eyJhbGciOiJFZERTQSIsImNyaXQiOlsiYjY0Il0sImI2NCI6ZmFsc2V9..8tbULLPsqhGKEFifg4iBgmcME5g8W1UiF6Kc7LjZ31R7_4_6w0i85PythodOYiX_UpJKymSPjlYvnOVw_tIoBQ", "type": "Ed25519Signature2018", "created": "2023-08-15T05:12:26.452Z", "proofPurpose": "assertionMethod", "verificationMethod": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC#z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC"}, "issuer": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC", "@context": ["https://www.w3.org/2018/credentials/v1"], "issuanceDate": "2023-08-15T05:12:26.452Z", "expirationDate": "2023-11-13T05:12:26.452Z", "credentialSubject": {"id": "did:pkh:eip155:1:0xa9e7A6c60B129A0B451502DC317A5f25D90b220a", "hash": "v0.0.0:AcFitdyE22CpHAFlBA0TfSgaw7EfXnAfUOsbLSKpP58=", "@context": [{"hash": "https://schema.org/Text", "provider": "https://schema.org/Text"}], "provider": "ClearTextTwitter#arkreen_network"}}}, "description": "# Who is Arkreen Network?\nThe Arkreen Network constitutes a web3-driven digital infrastructure for globally-distributed renewable energy resources connection and monetization to boost carbon-reduction applications. Employing a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) model, the Arkreen Network seeks to incentivize heightened user participation by sourcing climate data (green-data) acquired from pristine renewable energy sources like solar panels. This data holds multifaceted utility in mitigating extravagant energy consumption practices that precipitate the emission of greenhouse gases (GHGs). Arkreen Network is built on IoT (Internet of Things), AI (Artificial Intelligence), blockchain (Distributed Ledger Technology) and token economy. Consequently harmonizing massive users onboard to join the arkreen network to contribute towards accelerating carbon transition.  Arkreen Network aims to build up this infrastructure in a decentralized way from bottom-up by incentivizing climate actors in renewable energy areas. \n![arkreen network]( https://cdn.discordapp.com/ephemeral-attachments/1092492867185950852/1140873538702671932/arkreen_gitcoin_.png)\n\n# Arkreen Network- Unlock a new Green Real World Asset\nSupply Side uses Arkreen Network to declare how much renewable electricity it generates, stores or consumes. The network rewards the participating suppliers for their contribution. The owners of solar photovoltaic equipment and the household that saves energy on demand are examples of such participants for Supply Side.\n\nThe Demand Side uses Arkreen Network to access the electricity data and build applications and services (e.g., REC or Renewable Energy Certificate issuing and VPP or Virtual Power Plant) based on it. The REC (Renewable Energy Certificate) issuer, the VPP (Virtual Power Plant) operator and the Green Computation operator are examples of such participants for Demand Side. What is more, realizing that Bitcoin mining can have a significant impact on the environment, some Bitcoin miners have started to adopt clean energy sources, such as hydro and solar power. As the renewable energy is not always available for some miners, alternative approach can be taken to alleviate the environment impact, such as Renewable energy credits (RECs) and Carbon credits.\n![arkreen network supply side & demand side]( https://cdn.discordapp.com/ephemeral-attachments/1092492867185950852/1140873636492886016/supply_and_demand.png)\n\n# AREC- Arkreen Renewable Energy Certificate\nGreen BTC Dapp is such an on-ramp for Bitcoin community members to make the Bitcoin mining green and sustainable. All the RECs are bridged to the Arkreen AREC tokenization bridge protocol to issue an AREC NFT.  This NFT REC can be used by any climate actors to declare their commitment towards climate actions. \n\n![arec]( https://cdn.discordapp.com/ephemeral-attachments/1092492867185950852/1140873499880194058/arkreen_Arec.jpg)\n", "lastUpdated": 0, "projectTwitter": "arkreen_network"}, "recipient": "0x7Ab05d19D81Eafacd8Ee3D047596e3566bE28928"}}