
Green Protocol
Earn GSEED (GreenSeeds) for recycling trash. Swap for PYUSD.
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About
Green Protocol: The Circular Economy for Everyday Recycling Project Summary: Green Protocol is a blockchain-powered platform that incentivizes sustainable behavior by turning recycled materials into digital assets. Users earn our native token, Green Seeds (GSEED), for depositing recyclables at partner locations, which can be instantly swapped for PYUSD stablecoins - creating a seamless bridge between environmental action and digital value. Core Innovation: We've built a circular ecosystem where: Physical waste becomes digital value Environmental actions generate verifiable impact Users receive immediate, tangible rewards Technical Architecture: Token: GSEED (Green Seeds) - Utility token representing proof of environmental impact Blockchain: EVM-compatible network for scalability and low fees Stablecoin Integration: Direct PYUSD swaps via decentralized exchanges Wallet Infrastructure: Self-custodial wallets with QR-based identity system User Flow: Onboard: Create wallet → Generate unique QR code Recycle: Deposit materials → Scan QR → Auto-rewarded GSEED Redeem: Swap GSEED for PYUSD Market Position: Green Protocol combines: Web3 transparency with mainstream accessibility Environmental impact with economic incentives Physical infrastructure with digital assets Value Proposition: For Users: Earn real value for sustainable habits For Businesses: Access verifiable ESG metrics and engaged community For Municipalities: Increase recycling rates with zero public cost Vision: To create the world's largest circular economy where every recycled item contributes to both environmental sustainability and individual financial wellbeing.
How it's made
Complete Technical Flow: User scans QR code at kiosk → Next.js frontend Camera captures image → YOLOv11 classifies material Python API values material → sends data to blockchain Smart Contract calculates and mints GSEED → sends to user wallet Frontend displays updated balance → immediate swap option Swap Contract executes GSEED/PYUSD