The problem Nature Nexus solves

With India generating approximately 62 million tons of waste annually, innovative solutions are urgently needed. Our app addresses this issue by privatizing aspects of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) sector and leveraging community engagement and NGO partnerships.

How It Works
User Participation: Users can post images of waste dumps or problematic areas through the app. This simple interface encourages community involvement by making reporting easy.

NGO Verification: Submitted posts are sent in contract form to our network of partnered NGOs and organizations. These entities verify the accuracy and relevance of the reported data, ensuring that the information is correct and aligns with real-world conditions.

Karma Tokens: Verified reports earn users Karma Tokens, incentivizing continuous participation. These tokens can be accumulated and exchanged for eco-friendly products in our marketplace.

Sustainable Marketplace: The app features a marketplace where users can use Karma Tokens to purchase bio-items created by other users. This fosters a circular economy, promoting sustainable practices and reducing waste.

Support for Eco-Entrepreneurs: Users who sell bio-items on the marketplace receive financial support from NGOs. This not only promotes the use of sustainable products but also provides economic benefits to those contributing to environmental preservation.

Benefits
Improved Waste Management: Quick identification and resolution of waste issues prevent waste accumulation.
Community Engagement: Encourages active participation in maintaining a cleaner environment.
Promotion of Sustainability: Marketplace encourages the use of eco-friendly products.
Economic Empowerment: Provides income opportunities for users selling bio-items.
Enhanced Public Health: Reducing waste accumulation lowers disease risk and improves hygiene.
Our app is a transformative approach to waste management in Delhi, combining technology, community engagement, and economic incentives

Challenges we ran into

We started the hackathon with no knowledge of Rust and the Soroban SDK. For two days, we faced constant errors and challenges, struggling to understand the intricacies of these tools. Every attempt seemed to lead to new issues, making progress slow and frustrating. Despite our persistent efforts, the errors kept coming, and we spent the entire hackathon troubleshooting and learning on the fly. By the end, though we were exhausted and still encountering problems, we had gained valuable experience and a deeper understanding of Rust and Soroban SDK, highlighting the intense learning curve we navigated.