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(Reminder: projects must have proof of being over 3 months old)", "questionId": 3}, {"type": "number", "answer": "12000", "hidden": false, "question": "Total prior funding for the project in USD", "questionId": 4}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "Grants - Approx $3000, Donations - $6000, Balance $3000 self funded", "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": 5}, {"type": "number", "answer": "4", "hidden": false, "question": "Total team size", "questionId": 6}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "Jayashree - Beekeeping Specialist - Mrs. Jayashree holds a Bachelor of Science Degree. and has over 15 years of research and practical experience in beekeeping practices, honeybee behavior, and sustainable hive management. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayashree-v-39aa53273/  Raj - Environmental Educator and Outreach Coordinator - Mr. Raj is a social worker graduate with a passion for educating communities about the importance of bees in the ecosystem and promoting sustainable beekeeping practices. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/aJGxyb5BWooePA6a/?mibextid=qi2Omg    D Madhuvana (Part- Time) - Procurement In-charge for beekeeping materials for PBI - Has hosted numerous beekeepnig training programs in personal capacity. https://www.facebook.com/share/4d12qr7XMbPz24Ac/?mibextid=qi2Omg Yograju (Part- Time): On-Ground Organizer for PBI - Self Taught Farmer https://www.facebook.com/share/5W2hBahP3gyD1grZ/?mibextid=qi2Omg", "hidden": false, "question": "List the team Name/Role/Experience/Socials ", "questionId": 7}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Enhanced Pollination and Increased Crop Yields: Bees play a crucial role in pollinating crops, leading to higher yields. By installing beekeeping boxes, farmers have experienced significant increases in the productivity of crops like arecanut and coconut. This increased yield reduces the need for expanding agricultural land, thus preserving forests and natural habitats, which are vital carbon sinks.\n\nReduction in Chemical Fertilizer Use: With improved pollination, farmers rely less on chemical fertilizers to boost crop production. This reduction in fertilizer use directly cuts down the release of nitrous oxide, a potent greenhouse gas. Our project has already led to a 5% decrease in fertilizer usage among participating farmers.\n\nLower Greenhouse Gas Emissions: The reduction in fertilizer use translates to a significant decrease in greenhouse gas emissions. Specifically, our efforts have resulted in an annual reduction of approximately 298 kg of CO\u2082 equivalent per farm. This contributes to mitigating the overall impact of agriculture on global warming.\n\nPromotion of Sustainable Agricultural Practices: By integrating beekeeping into traditional farming practices, we promote biodiversity and ecological balance. Bees help in the natural propagation of plants, which supports the health of ecosystems and increases resilience against climate change.\n\nEducation and Community Empowerment: Through training programs and community engagement, we empower farmers with the knowledge and tools to adopt sustainable beekeeping practices. This not only improves their livelihoods but also fosters a community-wide shift towards more environmentally friendly agricultural practices.\n\nCost-Effective Solutions: We are working on developing affordable beekeeping equipment, which will make it easier for more farmers to participate in sustainable beekeeping. Lowering the entry barrier ensures broader adoption and amplifies the positive environmental impact.", "hidden": false, "question": "Please explain how your project is a part of the solution to the Climate crisis.", "questionId": 8}, {"type": "link", "answer": "https://gap.karmahq.xyz/project/pollen-buzz-initiative-1/grants?tab=milestones-and-updates&grantId=0xe507d5503a9b66db67840e86088688b10c59c094097c74dc65202e75e5503fcb", "hidden": false, "question": "Please provide a link to your GG20 Karma GAP link. (Reminder that you need to provide two milestones with updates.)", "questionId": 9}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Increased Crop Yields, Reduction in Chemical Fertilizer Usage, Community Engagement (No. of farmers trained, workshops conducted)", "hidden": false, "question": "Please provide 2-3 top impacts your project had in the past 12 months. You can use the CCN Metrics Garden (https://climatecoordination.org/climate-solutions-metrics-garden-1) or use your project-specific metrics. Examples: Number of Trees planted, Total forest area protected, Amount of Carbon sequestered, Carbon sequestration from regenerated soil, Etc.", "questionId": 10}, {"type": "dropdown", "answer": "Natural Systems CO2 Sequestration - Natural Based Solutions", "hidden": false, "question": "Which of these categories best represents your project? Choose from: ", "questionId": 11}, {"type": "dropdown", "answer": "Asia", "hidden": false, "question": "Location/Region where the project is located: Choose from: ", "questionId": 12}, {"type": "dropdown", "answer": "Asia", "hidden": false, "question": "Primary Location/Region where the project is making an impact: Choose from: ", "questionId": 13}, {"type": "dropdown", "answer": "Yes", "hidden": false, "question": "Have you read and confirmed your grant abides by the Program General Eligibility Policy? ", "questionId": 14}, {"type": "dropdown", "answer": "Yes", "hidden": false, "question": "Have you read and confirmed your grant abides by the GG21 Climate Solution Round Eligibility Criteria?", "questionId": 15}, {"type": "dropdown", "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": 16}, {"type": "dropdown", "answer": "Yes", "hidden": true, "question": "Would you like to opt-in to us sharing your information with select third-parties for investment opportunities? ", "questionId": 17}, {"type": "dropdown", "answer": "Yes", "hidden": true, "question": "Would you like to be included in an additional 150k sub-round funded by Shell? All grantees must agree to a KYC process to be eligible to receive these funds. ", "questionId": 18}], "project": {"id": "0x303a50ca195b06eacf87e36267a7f4cb26cc715b898a35c908fbeca00a384895", "title": "Pollen Buzz Initiative", "logoImg": "bafkreigwk5n2qisfuazhbtludhbi4ki47uddnaewpnsrj55wdza35yj5ci", "metaPtr": {"pointer": "bafkreieatcmzrzxmx4cr7wmgvmyvccl4vbdlqwg6xvzacxwbxgwdd4nxda", "protocol": "undefined"}, "website": "https://pollenbuzz.co.in", "bannerImg": "bafkreicdh4z3swbbsfy2zjfs55emc4i3wuf76yv3b5xo2nttf5ld4rimhi", "createdAt": 1691754484960, "credentials": {"twitter": {"type": ["VerifiableCredential"], "proof": {"jws": "eyJhbGciOiJFZERTQSIsImNyaXQiOlsiYjY0Il0sImI2NCI6ZmFsc2V9..EK97BzVVaHCr20kbEKVrLrLsuxUb9NP14QYSatYdzd_Jn3q21ZXXT0AtVgHpl0q23Cbn7VI_JuyUrfkK79eGAA", "type": "Ed25519Signature2018", "created": "2023-08-11T11:37:40.473Z", "proofPurpose": "assertionMethod", "verificationMethod": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC#z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC"}, "issuer": "did:key:z6MkghvGHLobLEdj1bgRLhS4LPGJAvbMA1tn2zcRyqmYU5LC", "@context": ["https://www.w3.org/2018/credentials/v1"], "issuanceDate": "2023-08-11T11:37:40.473Z", "expirationDate": "2023-11-09T11:37:40.473Z", "credentialSubject": {"id": "did:pkh:eip155:1:0x28770db2aC7e4009b0e1aaA57Db2AbaD86a96266", "hash": "v0.0.0:6ANjxq/CjUvSC8UwL22XlWe6BJdQNIWCgnrAquskOgk=", "@context": [{"hash": "https://schema.org/Text", "provider": "https://schema.org/Text"}], "provider": "ClearTextTwitter#PollenBuzzIn"}}}, "description": "# The Pollen Buzz Initiative - The Pollen Buzz Initiative - Empowering Farmers & Sustaining Ecosystems\n\n![1.jpg](https://i.postimg.cc/Hxfp8HrT/1.jpg)\nFig: Beekeeping Veteran trying to identify queen bee\n\n## Introduction:\nThe Pollen Buzz Initiative (PBI) is committed to improving rural livelihoods and promoting environmental sustainability through beekeeping. By integrating bees into farming systems, we enhance crop yields, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and strengthen community resilience.\n\n## Purpose\nOur project aims to advance and expand beekeeping practices to maximize their benefits for rural communities and the environment. We implement innovative techniques and educational programs to boost crop yields, reduce chemical fertilizer usage, and lower greenhouse gas emissions. This will enhance farmers' incomes, support sustainable agriculture, and contribute to climate change mitigation through increased biodiversity and ecosystem services. \n\n![2.jpg](https://i.postimg.cc/XqHkkH0N/2.jpg)\nFig: Demonstration during beekeeping training program\n\n## How do bees or beekeeping help in reducing GHGs?\n1) Promotion of Sustainable Agriculture Practices: Bees enhance pollination which increases crop yields. Higher crop yields mean less land conversion for agriculture, reducing deforestation, a major contributor to GHG emissions.\n2) Carbon Sequestration: Beekeeping can contribute to carbon sequestration indirectly through the preservation and restoration of habitats that act as carbon sinks. \n3) Reduced Reliance on Synthetic Chemicals: Beekeeping promotes organic and sustainable farming practices, which often involve reduced or eliminated use of synthetic chemicals such as pesticides and fertilizers. Synthetic chemicals used in agriculture contribute to GHG emissions through their production, transportation, and application processes. \n\n## Planned fund Utilisation\n**Equipment Development:** Conduct research to create cost-effective beekeeping boxes, reducing the cost from \u20b95,500 to \u20b93,000 per box. This affordability will encourage more participation from poorer farmers.\n_Deadline: 30th September 2024_\n\n**Educational Materials:** Develop and publish educational materials and a guidebook in the local language, in partnership with local educational institutes. This will enhance accessibility and understanding of beekeeping practices.\n_Deadline: 31st October 2024_\n\n**Monitoring and Evaluation:** Create a system to assess the impact of beekeeping on crop yields and environmental benefits, ensuring that we can effectively measure and report the benefits of our initiatives.\n_Deadline: 30th September 2024_\n\n**Training Programs:** Refine and expand existing beekeeping training programs, including advanced workshops and practical sessions, to further enhance the skills and knowledge of local farmers.\n_Deadline: 10th November 2024_\n\n**Open Source Knowledge:** Publish compelling case studies and success stories to share insights and inspire broader community engagement in beekeeping practices.\n_Deadline: 10th October 2024_\n\n![5.jpg](https://i.postimg.cc/RZF0Wvdn/5.jpg)\nFig: Creating awareness for 12th Grade students with family agricultural background \n\n## Summary of Climate Impact over the last year\n\nOur efforts have led to significant changes on the ground.\n\nBy placing beekeeping boxes on local farms, we\u2019ve witnessed a transformation in crop yields. Farmers saw a 5% increase in arecanut and a 12% increase in coconut yields, resulting in higher production and more resilient farming practices. This success has reduced the need for synthetic fertilizers, as the natural pollination provided by bees has proven to be highly effective.\n\nThe reduction in fertilizer use has had a substantial environmental impact. By cutting down on chemical inputs, we\u2019ve lowered greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 298 kg CO\u2082e annually per farm, contributing to a healthier planet.\n\nOur extensive training programs have empowered local farmers with valuable beekeeping skills. These sessions have sparked widespread adoption of beekeeping practices, leading to a wave of success stories within the community. Farmers are not only improving their own livelihoods but are also contributing to a broader environmental impact.\n\nOur work has helped create a more resilient agricultural system while making a meaningful contribution to environmental conservation.\n\nLink to Open Sourced Knowledge Material - https://www.pollenbuzz.co.in/blog\n\n## Project Update / Last rounds Gitcoin funds Utilization \nRefer Karma GAP: https://gap.karmahq.xyz/project/pollen-buzz-initiative-1/grants?tab=milestones-and-updates&grantId=0xe507d5503a9b66db67840e86088688b10c59c094097c74dc65202e75e5503fcb\n\n## Lessons Learnt:\nCommunity Engagement: Direct involvement and ongoing support are vital for overcoming skepticism and promoting wider adoption of beekeeping.\n\nAdaptability: Flexibility in addressing challenges like pests and equipment failures is essential. Future projects should incorporate contingency plans and iterative improvements.\n\nEffective Training: Hands-on, interactive training methods prove more successful. Future programs should include more practical activities and real-life scenarios.\n\nCost Management: Developing affordable solutions are crucial for sustainability, as initial equipment costs exceeded budget expectations. We are trying to address this in the upcoming days. \n\nLocal Collaboration: Partnering with local experts and institutions provided valuable contextual support and insights.\n\nTraining Sustainability: Ensuring long-term engagement and support for participants requires developing sustainable education models. Current methods need to be relooked. \n\n![3.jpg](https://i.postimg.cc/pXVWSPg1/3.jpg)\nFig: Farmer showing off his beekeeping setup\n\n## Conclusion\nThe Pollen Buzz Initiative has demonstrated the transformative potential of beekeeping in enhancing agricultural sustainability, improving farmers' livelihoods, and contributing to environmental conservation. With continued support, we aim to expand our reach, develop cost-effective beekeeping solutions, and provide ongoing training and resources to ensure long-term success. Together, we can build a sustainable future, one beehive at a time. \n", "lastUpdated": 0, "projectTwitter": "PollenBuzzIn"}, "recipient": "0x28770db2aC7e4009b0e1aaA57Db2AbaD86a96266"}}