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", "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": "paragraph", "answer": "over 3000 hours of clean energy supplied on 2 active projects in the protocol. \n(Dune dashboard work in progress)", "hidden": false, "question": "Where should we look to see the impact of your project? Please provide links to public websites and/or the latest values for key metrics you track privately. This might be used in future impact reports", "questionId": 9}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "GG18 ~ $1,884.52", "hidden": false, "question": "Total Prior Funding Amounts, Sources, and Dates for the project in USD", "questionId": 10}, {"type": "checkbox", "answer": ["Grants"], "hidden": false, "question": "Which of the following funding sources do you have? Check all that apply", "questionId": 11}, {"type": "number", "answer": "20", "hidden": false, "question": "How old (in Months) is the project?  ", "questionId": 12}, {"type": "multiple-choice", "answer": "Africa", "hidden": false, "question": "Location/Region where the project is based ", "questionId": 13}, {"type": "multiple-choice", "answer": "Yes", "hidden": true, "question": "Have you read and confirmed your grant abides by the Program General Eligibility Policy? ", "questionId": 14}, {"type": "short-answer", "answer": "no", "hidden": true, "question": "Are you applying for any other OSS rounds in GG20? (Reminder: you can only be accepted into one) ", "questionId": 15}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "M3tering essentially creates a peer-to-peer energy marketplace using smart contracts and tokenization. Here's the gist:\n- Solar PPAs on the Blockchain: M3tering enables the creation of Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) as smart contracts. These self-executing contracts ensure transparent and trustless agreements between electricity providers and consumers.\n- Smart Meter Integration: Smart meters linked to the blockchain securely monitor and verify energy production and consumption. This eliminates the need for a central authority to oversee the agreements.\n- Tokenized Energy Assets: M3tering allows for the tokenization of physical assets like solar panels and battery storage. This enables fractional ownership and opens up new avenues for investment in renewable energy projects.\n- Democratizing Energy Production: Anyone can become an electricity provider by investing in solar equipment and leveraging M3tering's protocol. This is a game-changer for areas where traditional energy infrastructure is lacking.\n\n", "hidden": false, "question": "Please describe your dApp or App, focusing on its innovative utility or service within the ecosystem. Highlight the problem it solves or the need it addresses.", "questionId": 16}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "The M3tering protocol is incentivise the development on fiat on-ramp solutions that make it very easy for new users you use to protocol for energy supply esp in the global south were financial rails are seriously lacking.", "hidden": false, "question": "Describe how your application improves user experience in the Web3 space. Include any specific design choices or features that enhance accessibility and practical utility.", "questionId": 17}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "The M3tering protocol is bridging the gap of energy poverty in global south countries a by creating the framework and technical infrastructure needed to make any individual or organisation a potential energy provider and onboarding new users to the benefits of web3 driven application protocols.    ", "hidden": false, "question": "In what ways does your project contribute to financial inclusion, education, or social impact? Explain the specific areas of impact and the target audience or communities you serve.", "questionId": 18}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "All codes are public and available under the MIT license ", "hidden": false, "question": "What type of open source software (OSS) license(s) do you have? Is all of your code available on public repos or is some portion of your codebase private?", "questionId": 19}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Protocol is live in alpha mode on the Gnosis chain with 6 solar projects tokenized on chain and 2 of those currently providing pay-as-you-go electrification.", "hidden": false, "question": "What stage of development is your application currently in, and what are your immediate next steps? Provide a roadmap or development timeline if available.", "questionId": 20}, {"type": "paragraph", "answer": "Funding from gitcoin would be used to incentivize developers to begin building on the M3tering protocol and to foster an active developers ecosystem ans the protocol matures.", "hidden": false, "question": "How would funding from this round support your project's development and goals? Outline specific areas where the funds would be allocated (e.g., development, user research, community building).", "questionId": 21}, {"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": 22}, {"type": "multiple-choice", "answer": "No", "hidden": true, "question": "Would you like to opt-in to future messages from Gitcoin for updates, information, and/or interviews? ", "questionId": 23}, {"type": "multiple-choice", "answer": "No", "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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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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