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(VC, grants by foundation, token sales, etc)", "questionId": 6}, {"type": "number", "answer": "20", "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": "3", "hidden": false, "question": "Total team size", "questionId": 9}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "https://warpcast.com/ichristwin/\nhttps://warpcast.com/lemon-king/\nhttps://warpcast.com/buildwithmc/", "hidden": true, "question": "Profiles or socials of other main team members publicly associated with the project: ", "questionId": 10}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "By making it easier and more financially accessible for people to install solar panels and batteries (through tokenization and DeFi PPA structures), M3tering incentivizes the use of renewable energy sources. This reduces reliance on fossil fuels for electricity generation and helps mitigate greenhouse gas emissions.\n\nSmart meters linked to the M3tering protocol can provide real-time data on energy consumption. This data empowers users to track their usage and identify areas for improvement. This can lead to more efficient energy use and lower overall consumption.", "hidden": false, "question": "Please explain how your project meets the Climate Solutions Round eligibility criteria. ", "questionId": 11}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "M3tering Protocol is live on Gnosis\nOrganized a hackathon to seed the 3rd party developer ecosystem around the protocol\nLaunched 2 new solar projects and on-boarded 1 new solar-as-a-service company as an energy provider", "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", "hidden": false, "question": "Please share links to any tools you are using to track impact (Hypercerts, Deresy, Karma GAP).", "questionId": 14}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "- kwh of renewable energy generated and distributed on the protocol\n- CO2 offsets from renewable energy generation ", "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", "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": ["No"], "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": "Renewable Energy", "hidden": false, "question": "Which of these categories best represents your project? Choose from: ", "questionId": 19}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["Africa"], "hidden": false, "question": "Location/Region where the project is located: Choose from: ", "questionId": 20}, {"type": "multiple-choice", "answer": "Africa", "hidden": false, "question": "Primary Location/Region where the project is making an impact: Choose from: ", "questionId": 21}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "Nigeria", "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? 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It does this by creating a decentralized solar energy ecosystem fuelled by cryptocurrency incentives.\n\nHere's the breakdown:\n\n* **Empowering individuals as providers:**  M3tering breaks down barriers by allowing individuals and businesses to become electricity providers. This is achieved by incentivizing investment in distributed energy resources (DERs) like rooftop solar panels and battery storage systems.\n\n* **Smart meter network tracks energy flow:** Specialized M3ters are installed alongside solar equipment. These intelligent meters measure electricity generation and consumption, securely transmitting data across the network.\n\n* **Prepaid clean energy with stablecoins:** Consumers can top up their accounts using DAI. This eliminates the worry of fluctuating electricity costs and enables a prepaid approach to clean energy consumption.\n\n* **Tokenized rewards incentivize providers:**  The M3tering Protocol goes beyond just selling electricity. Providers supplying clean energy to the network are rewarded with DePIN tokens. This financial incentive structure encourages continued participation and expansion of the solar energy infrastructure.\n\n![image](https://github.com/M3tering/.github/raw/main/Diagram%201.png)\n\nThe protocol fosters a powerful network effect. As more individuals are drawn to become providers due to the financial rewards, the overall available clean energy increases. This in turn, attracts more consumers seeking access to reliable and sustainable power. This growing network fuels investment in DERs, accelerating the transition towards clean energy access in developing regions.\n\nIn essence, M3tering Protocol goes beyond just providing solar power. It empowers individuals to become active participants in the energy market, fostering a collaborative effort towards a more sustainable future. 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