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# Energy Web
## Overview
Energy Web is focused on accelerating the transition to a low-carbon, customer-centric electricity system by leveraging blockchain technology. It leverages blockchain technology to create a more transparent and efficient energy market.
Energy Web is a decentralized, open-source platform designed to accelerate the energy transition by enabling a low-carbon, customer-centric electricity system. It leverages blockchain technology to create a secure, decentralized, and scalable digital infrastructure for the energy sector, promoting sustainability, efficiency, and accessibility. Energy Web is part of the broader DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Network) movement, which aims to integrate blockchain technology with real-world infrastructure to create more resilient and transparent systems.
## Key Features
- **Currency:** EWT (Energy Web Token)
- **Buying Currency:** Available on exchanges like Kraken and Gate.io.
- **Utility:**
- Used for network transactions and incentivizing dApp development.
- Staking rewards for network validators.
- **Automation:**
- Smart contracts automate energy transactions and dApp interactions.
- **Utility in the Project:**
- Users can earn EWT by participating in the energy market.
- Validators can stake EWT to secure the network and earn rewards.
- **API:** Yes, Energy Web provides an API for developers to integrate with their dApps.
- **Currency:** Energy Web Token (EWT) is the native token of the Energy Web platform.
- **Buying Currency:** EWT can be purchased on major cryptocurrency exchanges such as Binance, KuCoin, and Kraken.
- **Utility:**
- **Payments:** EWT is used for transactions and payments within the Energy Web ecosystem, including the purchase of energy attribute certificates and other services.
- **Staking:** Users can stake EWT to support the network, earn rewards, and participate in governance. Staking helps secure the network and ensures its decentralization.
- **Governance:** EWT holders can vote on protocol upgrades and other ecosystem decisions, influencing the future direction of the Energy Web platform.
- **Automation:**
- Smart contracts automate various processes, including the issuance and trading of energy attribute certificates, and the management of decentralized energy resources.
- Dynamic pricing and automated matching of energy supply and demand enhance the efficiency of the energy market.
- **API:** Yes, Energy Web provides APIs that enable integration with various energy management systems, renewable energy projects, and other decentralized applications.
- **User Perspective:**
- Users can easily participate in the energy market and earn EWT tokens.
- **Energy Producers:** Can register their renewable energy assets, issue energy attribute certificates, and participate in decentralized energy markets.
- **Energy Consumers:** Can purchase renewable energy certificates, track their energy consumption, and participate in demand response programs.
- **Developers:** Can build decentralized applications (dApps) on the Energy Web platform, leveraging its blockchain infrastructure and APIs.
## How It Works
1. **Step 1:** Users connect their energy assets to the Energy Web network.
2. **Step 2:** The network enables the creation and use of dApps for energy management.
3. **Step 3:** Users earn EWT tokens based on their participation in the network.
1. **Resource Registration:**
- Energy producers and consumers register their assets (e.g., solar panels, wind turbines, electric vehicles) on the Energy Web blockchain, creating a decentralized ledger of identities.
2. **Certificate Issuance:**
- Renewable energy certificates are issued and traded on the Energy Web platform, ensuring transparency and traceability of energy attributes.
3. **Market Integration:**
- The platform integrates with existing energy markets, enabling the trading of energy attribute certificates and other services. Smart contracts automate the matching of supply and demand, ensuring efficient and transparent transactions.
## Staking
- **Staking Requirements:** Minimum of 10,000 EWT tokens to become a validator.
- **Rewards:** Validators earn a percentage of transaction fees and block rewards.
- **Staking Requirements:**
- Users can stake EWT to support the network and earn rewards. There is no minimum staking requirement, but larger stakes can increase the chances of being selected as a validator and earning more rewards.
- Validators are responsible for maintaining the network's security and processing transactions. They are selected based on their staked EWT and other performance metrics.
- **Rewards:**
- **Block Rewards:** Validators earn block rewards for processing transactions and securing the network. The rewards are distributed proportionally to the amount of EWT staked.
- **Slashing:** Validators that act maliciously or fail to perform their duties may have a portion of their staked EWT slashed, ensuring network integrity and security.
## Documentation
For detailed documentation, visit [Energy Web Docs](https://www.energyweb.org/learn).
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## Additional Resources
- [Official Website](https://www.energyweb.org)
- [Community Link](https://web.telegram.org/a/)
- [GitHub Repository](https://github.com/energywebfoundation)
- [GitHub Repository](https://github.com/energywebfoundation)
## Ecosystem Components
| Product | Functionality |
| - |-|
| **Energy Web DOS** | A decentralized operating system for the energy sector, enabling the creation and management of digital identities for energy assets and market participants. |
| **Energy Web Registry** | A decentralized registry for energy assets, allowing automatic registration and management of assets like solar panels, batteries, and electric vehicle charging stations. |
| **Energy Web Exchange** | A decentralized marketplace for trading energy attribute certificates and other energy-related services, ensuring transparency and traceability. |
## Tokenomics
- **Total Supply:** 81.23M
- **Max Supply:** 100M
- **Distribution:**
- 30% allocated to the Energy Web Foundation for ecosystem development and grants.
- 25% allocated to the public sale and initial coin offering (ICO).
- 20% allocated to the team and advisors, with vesting schedules to ensure long-term commitment.
- 25% allocated to the reserve fund for future development and partnerships.
## FAQ
1. **Is it usable by the average DePIN user?**
Yes, Energy Web is designed to be user-friendly, with a straightforward interface and comprehensive documentation. It caters to both technical and non-technical users, making it accessible for the average DePIN user.
2. **Can I pay with tokens to use the DePIN product offered by the project?**
Yes, EWT is the primary currency for purchasing services and participating in the Energy Web ecosystem. Users can also pay with other cryptocurrencies or fiat currencies through integrated payment gateways.
3. **Can tokens be automatically switched from other standard tokens (e.g. ETH, BTC)?**
While EWT is the native token, users can trade it on major exchanges like Binance and KuCoin. However, automatic token switching (e.g., ETH to EWT) is not natively supported on the platform but can be done through external exchanges.
4. **If I would provide the service, what is my ROI, do we need to stake, etc.?**
Providers can earn passive income by staking EWT and participating in the network as validators. The ROI depends on the amount of EWT staked and market conditions. Staking is required to participate as a validator and earn rewards.
5. **Why does the project exist, why do the people and the planet need it?**
Energy Web exists to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon, customer-centric electricity system. It promotes sustainability by enabling the integration of renewable energy sources and enhancing the efficiency and transparency of energy markets.
6. **Is it geo-aware?**
Energy Web does not explicitly mention geo-fencing, but its decentralized nature allows users to deploy resources globally, ensuring flexibility and compliance with local regulations.
7. **Is it cost-effective?**
Energy Web is highly cost-effective, offering energy attribute certificates and other services at competitive rates. The decentralized nature of the platform reduces intermediaries and enhances market efficiency.

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# Grid Plus
# Grid Plus Project
## Overview
GridPlus is a company that develops advanced hardware wallets, such as the Lattice1, designed for secure and user-friendly cryptocurrency management. It leverages blockchain technology to create a peer-to-peer energy marketplace.
Grid Plus is a project focused on creating secure and user-friendly hardware wallets for managing digital assets and cryptocurrencies. The project aims to provide a new standard in blockchain hardware security, offering products like the GridPlus Lattice1 and SafeCards, which prioritize offline storage of crypto keys and ease of use. Grid Plus is designed to enable mainstream adoption of cryptocurrencies by providing robust security features and a seamless user experience.
## Key Features
- **Currency:** GRID (Grid Plus Token)
- **Buying Currency:** Available on exchanges like KuCoin and Gate.io.
- **Utility:**
- Used for network transactions and incentivizing energy trading.
- Staking rewards for network validators.
- **Automation:**
- Smart contracts automate energy trading and payment processing.
- **Utility in the Project:**
- Users can earn GRID by trading renewable energy.
- Validators can stake GRID to secure the network and earn rewards.
- **API:** Yes, Grid Plus provides an API for developers to integrate with their applications.
- **Currency:** The native token for Grid Plus is denoted as GRID.
- **Buying Currency:** GRID tokens can be purchased on various cryptocurrency exchanges.
- **Utility:**
- **Payments:** GRID tokens are used for various transactions within the Grid Plus ecosystem.
- **Staking:** Users can stake GRID tokens to participate in the network's security and governance.
- **Governance:** GRID token holders can vote on protocol upgrades and ecosystem decisions.
- **Automation:**
- Smart contracts automate various processes within the Grid Plus ecosystem, ensuring security and efficiency.
- **API:** Yes. Grid Plus provides APIs for developers to integrate their applications with the Grid Plus ecosystem.
- **User Perspective:**
- Users can easily trade renewable energy and earn GRID tokens.
- **Developers:** Developers can use Grid Plus APIs to build secure and user-friendly applications for managing digital assets.
- **Providers:** Hardware providers can integrate Grid Plus products to offer secure cryptocurrency storage solutions.
## How It Works
1. **Step 1:** Users connect their renewable energy sources to the Grid Plus network.
2. **Step 2:** The network matches buyers and sellers of renewable energy.
3. **Step 3:** Users earn GRID tokens based on the amount of energy traded.
1. **Resource Aggregation:**
- Users can store their crypto keys offline using Grid Plus hardware wallets, which are designed to reduce hacking risks.
2. **Task Allocation:**
- The Grid Plus ecosystem allows users to manage multiple secure wallets on a single device, providing better organization and security.
3. **Execution & Payment:**
- Transactions are executed securely using the Grid Plus hardware wallets, with payments in GRID tokens automated through smart contracts.
## Staking
- **Staking Requirements:** Minimum of 5,000 GRID tokens to become a validator.
- **Rewards:** Validators earn a percentage of transaction fees and block rewards.
- **Staking Requirements:**
- Users must stake GRID tokens to participate in the network's security and governance.
- **Rewards:**
- **Block Rewards:** Distributed to stakers based on their contribution to network security.
- **Slashing:** Malicious actors lose staked GRID tokens, ensuring network integrity.
## Documentation
For detailed documentation, visit [Grid Plus Docs](https://docs.gridplus.io).
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## Additional Resources
- [Official Website](https://gridplus.io)
- [Community Link](https://x.com/gridplus)
- [GitHub Repository](https://github.com/gridplus)
- [GitHub Repository](https://github.com/gridplus)
## Ecosystem Components
| Product | Functionality |
| - |-|
| **GridPlus Lattice1** | A hardware wallet that allows users to manage multiple secure wallets on one device, providing better organization and security. |
| **GridPlus SafeCards** | Designed to store seed phrases on a pin code protected card, providing ease of use and an extra layer of protection. |
## Tokenomics
- **Total Supply:** 300M
- **Max Supply:** Infinite
- **Distribution:**
- The distribution of GRID tokens includes allocations for the team, investors, and the ecosystem fund.
## FAQ
1. **Is it usable by the average DePIN user?**
Yes, Grid Plus is designed to be user-friendly, with a straightforward interface and comprehensive documentation. It caters to both technical and non-technical users, making it accessible for the average DePIN user.
2. **Can I pay with tokens to use the DePIN product offered by the project?**
Yes, GRID tokens are the primary currency for transactions within the Grid Plus ecosystem. Users can also pay with other standard tokens through external exchanges.
3. **Can tokens be automatically switched from other standard tokens (e.g. ETH, BTC)?**
While GRID is the native token, users can trade it on major exchanges like Uniswap. However, automatic token switching (e.g., ETH to GRID) is not natively supported on the platform but can be done through external exchanges.
4. **If I would provide the service, what is my ROI, do we need to stake, etc.?**
Providers can earn passive income by staking GRID tokens. Staking is required to participate in the network's security and governance. ROI depends on the amount of GRID tokens staked and the network's overall performance.
5. **Why does the project exist, why do the people and the planet need it?**
Grid Plus exists to provide a secure and user-friendly solution for managing digital assets and cryptocurrencies. It promotes the adoption of cryptocurrencies by offering robust security features and a seamless user experience.
6. **Is it geo-aware?**
Grid Plus does not explicitly mention geo-fencing, but its decentralized nature allows users to manage their digital assets globally, ensuring flexibility and compliance with local regulations.
7. **Is it cost-effective?**
Grid Plus is highly cost-effective, offering secure cryptocurrency storage solutions at competitive rates. The use of smart contracts and automation ensures efficient and secure transactions.

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# Power Ledger
# Power Ledger Project
## Overview
Powerledger leverages blockchain technology to address the pressing challenges of intermittency and grid congestion caused by integrating renewable energy into the grid. It leverages blockchain technology to create a peer-to-peer energy marketplace.
Power Ledger is a blockchain-based platform that enables peer-to-peer (P2P) energy trading, allowing consumers and businesses to buy, sell, and trade renewable energy directly with each other. The platform aims to democratize energy markets by providing a decentralized and transparent system for energy transactions, making renewable energy more accessible and affordable. Power Ledger's technology has been recognized globally for its innovation in sustainable energy solutions and has facilitated some of the largest P2P energy trading projects worldwide.
## Key Features
- **Currency:** POWR (Power Ledger Token)
- **Buying Currency:** Available on exchanges like Binance and KuCoin.
- **Utility:**
- Used for network transactions and incentivizing energy trading.
- Staking rewards for network validators.
- **Automation:**
- Smart contracts automate energy trading and payment processing.
- **Utility in the Project:**
- Users can earn POWR by trading renewable energy.
- Validators can stake POWR to secure the network and earn rewards.
- **API:** Yes, Power Ledger provides an API for developers to integrate with their applications.
- **Currency:** $POWR (native token).
- **Buying Currency:** $POWR can be purchased on various exchanges including KuCoin, Gate.io, and others.
- **Utility:**
- **Payments:** $POWR is used to access the Power Ledger platform and its features. It also serves as a license for businesses to participate in the energy market.
- **Staking:** To be part of the renewable energy transaction and earn rewards, users can stake $POWR.
- **Governance:** $POWR holders can participate in platform governance, including voting on upgrades and parameter adjustments.
- **Automation:**
- Smart contracts automate energy trading, settlements, and the management of environmental commodities.
- The platform supports various energy market applications, including P2P trading, virtual power plants, and renewable energy certificate trading.
- **API:** Yes. Power Ledger provides APIs for integrating its services with other applications and platforms.
- **User Perspective:**
- Users can easily trade renewable energy and earn POWR tokens.
- **Consumers:** Can buy and sell renewable energy directly, choosing their preferred energy sources and managing their energy consumption more efficiently.
- **Producers:** Can sell excess renewable energy to the grid or directly to other consumers, earning rewards and incentives for their contributions to the energy market.
## How It Works
1. **Step 1:** Users connect their renewable energy sources to the Power Ledger network.
2. **Step 2:** The network matches buyers and sellers of renewable energy.
3. **Step 3:** Users earn POWR tokens based on the amount of energy traded.
1. **Energy Generation and Consumption:**
- Producers generate renewable energy from sources like solar or wind and feed it into the grid.
- Consumers use energy and can track their consumption using smart meters.
2. **P2P Trading:**
- The platform matches energy supply and demand in real-time, allowing consumers to buy energy directly from producers.
- Smart contracts handle the trading process, ensuring transparency and security.
3. **Settlement and Payment:**
- Energy trades are settled automatically using the Sparkz token, which represents the value of the energy traded.
- Payments are processed through the Power Ledger blockchain, ensuring fast and secure transactions.
## Staking
- **Staking Requirements:** Minimum of 10,000 POWR tokens to become a validator.
- **Rewards:** Validators earn a percentage of transaction fees and block rewards.
Powerledger’s Proof-of-Stake Energy Blockchain allows Powerledger to build and scale energy projects across the globe, processing 50,000+ energy transactions per second. To be part of securing Powerledger’s Energy Blockchain, stake your POWR allowing you to be part of the renewable energy transaction and earn rewards.
## Documentation
For detailed documentation, visit [Power Ledger Docs](https://powerledger.io/company/power-ledger-whitepaper/).
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## Additional Resources
- [Official Website](https://www.powerledger.io)
- [Community Link](https://t.me/PowerledgerANN)
- [GitHub Repository](https://github.com/powerledger)
- [GitHub Repository](https://github.com/powerledger)
## Ecosystem Components
| Product | Functionality |
| - |-|
| **Power Port** | A gateway for connecting to the Power Ledger ecosystem, enabling energy trading and management. |
| **uGrid** | A marketplace for trading excess renewable energy within commercial buildings and microgrids. |
| **xGrid** | A platform for P2P energy trading, allowing consumers to buy and sell renewable energy directly. |
| **C6/C6+** | Markets for trading renewable energy certificates and environmental commodities. |
| **Asset Germinator** | A framework for fractional ownership of renewable energy assets, incentivizing investment in renewable energy sources. |
| **VPP 2.0** | A virtual power plant platform that aggregates and manages distributed energy resources. |
| **TraceX** | A solution for tracking and tracing renewable energy and environmental commodities, recognized for its innovation in sustainable energy management.
## Tokenomics
- **Total Supply:** 1B
- **Distribution:**
- The POWR token is an ERC-20 token issued on the Ethereum blockchain.
- The Power Ledger blockchain, based on Solana, processes energy transactions and supports the platform's various applications.
## FAQ
1. **Is it usable by the average DePIN user?**
Yes, Power Ledger is designed to be user-friendly, with a straightforward interface for trading and managing energy resources. It caters to both technical and non-technical users, making it accessible for the average DePIN user.
2. **Can I pay with tokens to use the DePIN product offered by the project?**
Yes, $POWR is the primary token used to access the Power Ledger platform and its features. Users can pay with $POWR for energy trading and other services offered by the project.
3. **Can tokens be automatically switched from other standard tokens (e.g. ETH, BTC)?**
While $POWR is the native token, users can trade it on various exchanges that support other standard tokens like ETH and BTC. However, automatic token switching is not natively supported on the platform but can be done through external exchanges.
4. **If I would provide the service, what is my ROI, do we need to stake, etc.?**
Providers can earn passive income by selling excess renewable energy on the platform. Staking $POWR is not explicitly required but is a common practice to support the network and earn rewards. ROI depends on the amount of energy traded and market demand.
5. **Why does the project exist, why do the people and the planet need it?**
Power Ledger exists to democratize energy markets, making renewable energy more accessible and affordable. It promotes sustainability by enabling direct energy trading, reducing waste, and supporting the transition to cleaner energy sources.
6. **Is it geo-aware?**
Power Ledger's platform is designed to be flexible and can be adapted to various local regulations and energy market conditions. It supports energy trading globally, making it geo-aware and compliant with local requirements.
7. **Is it cost-effective?**
Yes, Power Ledger is cost-effective, offering energy trading at competitive rates. By enabling direct P2P trading, it eliminates intermediaries and reduces transaction costs, making renewable energy more affordable.

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# Suncontract
# SunContract Project
## Overview
The SunContract platform represents a revolution in the electricity market as with its business model, it enables the decentralization of power distribution, promoting microgeneration and benefiting each and every person who participates on the platform. It leverages blockchain technology to create a peer-to-peer energy marketplace.
SunContract is a blockchain-powered, peer-to-peer (P2P) energy trading platform that enables direct trading of renewable energy between consumers and producers. By leveraging blockchain technology, SunContract aims to decentralize the energy market, promote microgeneration, and support a global self-sufficient energy community based on renewable sources. The platform is designed to make energy trading more efficient, transparent, and customer-centered, allowing participants to buy and sell electricity without intermediaries.
## Key Features
- **Currency:** SNC (Suncontract Token)
- **Buying Currency:** Available on exchanges like KuCoin and Gate.io.
- **Utility:**
- Used for network transactions and incentivizing energy trading.
- Staking rewards for network validators.
- **Automation:**
- Smart contracts automate energy trading and payment processing.
- **Utility in the Project:**
- Users can earn SNC by trading renewable energy.
- Validators can stake SNC to secure the network and earn rewards.
- **API:** Yes, Suncontract provides an API for developers to integrate with their applications.
- **Currency:** $SNC (native token).
- **Buying Currency:** $SNC can be purchased on various exchanges such as Kriptomat, KuCoin, and SimpleSwap.
- **Utility:**
- **Payments:** $SNC is used to buy and sell electricity and energy products within the SunContract ecosystem.
- **Staking:** While SunContract operates on a Proof-of-Work (PoW) model and doesn’t natively support staking, several platforms have developed methods to stake SunContract using Delegated Proof-of-Stake (DPoS) or other staking services.
- **Governance:** $SNC holders can participate in the governance of the platform.
- **Automation:**
- Smart contracts automate the verification and execution of transactions directly between peers.
- Dynamic pricing ensures cost efficiency by allowing producers and consumers to negotiate prices freely.
- **API:** Yes. SunContract integrates with various blockchain technologies and energy sector expertise to provide a seamless user experience.
- **User Perspective:**
- Users can easily trade renewable energy and earn SNC tokens.
- **Consumers:** Can buy electricity directly from producers at competitive prices, reducing energy costs.
- **Producers:** Can sell surplus energy directly to consumers, increasing returns on investment.
## How It Works
1. **Step 1:** Users connect their renewable energy sources to the Suncontract network.
2. **Step 2:** The network matches buyers and sellers of renewable energy.
3. **Step 3:** Users earn SNC tokens based on the amount of energy traded.
1. **Resource Aggregation:**
- Producers register their renewable energy resources (e.g., solar panels, wind turbines) on the SunContract platform.
2. **Task Allocation:**
- Consumers submit energy requests, and the platform matches them with suitable producers based on availability and price.
3. **Execution & Payment:**
- Energy is traded directly between consumers and producers, with payments and transactions secured by smart contracts on the blockchain.
## Staking
- **Staking Requirements:** Minimum of 5,000 SNC tokens to become a validator.
- **Rewards:** Validators earn a percentage of transaction fees and block rewards.
- **Staking Requirements:**
- SunContract operates on a Proof-of-Work (PoW) model and doesn’t natively support staking. However, several platforms have developed methods to stake SunContract using Delegated Proof-of-Stake (DPoS) or other staking services.
- **Rewards:**
- **Block Rewards:** Distributed to participants who contribute to the network's security and transaction validation.
- **Slashing:** Not applicable as SunContract operates on a PoW model.
## Documentation
For detailed documentation, visit [Suncontract Docs](https://suncontract.org/faq-about-suncontract/).
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## Additional Resources
- [Official Website](https://suncontract.org)
- [Community Link](https://t.me/suncontract)
- [GitHub Repository](https://github.com/suncontract)
- [GitHub Repository](https://github.com/suncontract)
## Ecosystem Components
| Product | Functionality |
| - |-|
| **SunContract Marketplace** | A peer-to-peer energy trading platform where consumers and producers can buy and sell renewable energy directly. |
| **SunContract NFT Marketplace** | A platform that integrates blockchain technology, NFTs, and solar sector expertise to provide easy access to clean energy. Solar-linked NFTs can be bought and sold, and token holders can manage the energy generated by their “Personal Power Plant”.
## Tokenomics
- **Total Supply:** 122.7M
- **Max Supply:** 122.7M
- **Distribution:**
- The distribution details of SNC tokens are not explicitly mentioned in the available sources. However, the tokens are used for buying and selling electricity and energy products within the SunContract ecosystem.
## FAQ
1. **Is it usable by the average DePIN user?**
Yes, SunContract is designed to be user-friendly, with a straightforward interface and comprehensive documentation. It caters to both technical and non-technical users, making it accessible for the average DePIN user.
2. **Can I pay with tokens to use the DePIN product offered by the project?**
Yes, $SNC is the primary currency for purchasing electricity and energy products on the SunContract platform. Users can also pay with Euros, and the platform utilizes blockchain technology to verify and execute transactions.
3. **Can tokens be automatically switched from other standard tokens (e.g. ETH, BTC)?**
While $SNC is the native token, users can trade it on various exchanges such as Kriptomat, KuCoin, and SimpleSwap. However, automatic token switching (e.g., ETH to SNC) is not natively supported on the platform but can be done through external exchanges.
4. **If I would provide the service, what is my ROI, do we need to stake, etc.?**
Producers can earn passive income by selling surplus energy directly to consumers. Staking is not natively supported on the SunContract platform, but several platforms have developed methods to stake SunContract using Delegated Proof-of-Stake (DPoS) or other staking services. ROI depends on resource contribution and market demand.
5. **Why does the project exist, why do the people and the planet need it?**
SunContract exists to decentralize the energy market, promote renewable energy adoption, and reduce carbon emissions. It aims to create a more sustainable and equitable energy future by enabling direct trading of renewable energy between consumers and producers.
6. **Is it geo-aware?**
SunContract is a global project, but its primary operations are currently within the EU, specifically in Slovenia. The platform allows for nationwide energy trading within Slovenia, and there are plans to expand into other countries.
7. **Is it cost-effective?**
Yes, SunContract is highly cost-effective. By eliminating intermediaries and enabling direct trading of renewable energy, the platform offers competitive prices for consumers and better returns for producers. This dynamic pricing model ensures cost efficiency and promotes renewable energy adoption.