The Good Tech Companies - 5 Open-source and Green Projects to Donate via Kivach

Starting point is 00:00:00 This audio is presented by Hacker Noon, where anyone can learn anything about any technology. 5 Open Source and Green Projects to Donate via Kiva, by Obite In a world where environmental sustainability is becoming increasingly crucial, supporting green initiatives can make a real difference. Open source and free software can be at the surface of our planet, too. Developers can contribute their own grain of sand to solve big problems like global warming, pollution, and deforestation, mostly here because of the human race. Since the projects we're talking about are also free and available for everyone, they rely on the generosity of

Starting point is 00:00:36 donors to thrive and expand their impact. By donating to open-source green projects, you can contribute to the development of tools and technologies that address pressing environmental challenges. And you can do this in a few minutes with Kiva. Kiva is an Obite-based platform that enables users to make crypto donations that can be automatically redistributed to multiple open-source projects on GitHub. It uses a decentralized approach where donations flow through a network of projects, with each recipient able to forward a portion or the total of the donation to other projects, amplifying the impact of each contribution. In this episode, we'll explore some environmentally-friendly software projects that you can use for free and, optionally, support with some coins via Kiva.

Starting point is 00:01:19 Let's go, Code Carbon. Released in 2020 by a team of developers from Miele, BCG Gamma, Haverford College, and Comet, this tool is designed to help developers track and reduce the carbon emissions of their computing. Recognizing the significant environmental impact of computational processes, Code Carbon aims to provide a simple yet effective way for individuals and organizations to monitor their energy consumption and take steps toward sustainability. This tool provides a way to calculate how much CO2 is produced based on the electricity consumption of the hardware, including the GPU, CPU, and RAM while taking into account the carbon intensity of the region where the computing takes place. The latter is applied to the location of data centers, so it offers a clear picture of the emissions associated with a specific software. Besides, it's easy to integrate into Python projects by embedding just

Starting point is 00:02:10 a few lines of code. Funding and professional time for Code Carbon comes from grants and donations from organizations and individuals committed to sustainability in tech. The project also benefits from the support and contributions of the open-source community. If you want to contribute with some coins, you can find Code Carbon on Kiva at mlco2, codicarbon. Mycodone. This is an environmental regulation system designed to monitor and control various environmental factors using Raspberry Pi. Initially created in 2013 by Kyle Gabriel to assist with mushroom cultivation, Mykodo has since expanded to support a wide range of applications, from hydroponic systems to beekeeping, offering users a powerful tool to manage and optimize their environments effectively. Mykodo can connect

Starting point is 00:02:56 various sensors and devices to measure and control factors such as temperature, humidity, and light. Users can create custom functions and automate organic processes using a web interface, making it easy to manage even complex systems remotely. This way, it helps to reduce waste and energy consumption, making it a valuable tool for sustainable practices in agriculture, food production, and environmental management. Additionally, it can be used to track energy usage, which aids in reducing carbon footprints. Mykodo is funded through donations and community support. The software is free to use, and contributions from users help maintain its development and ensure that it continues to

Starting point is 00:03:35 evolve and improve over the years. For crypto donations, you can find it on Kiva and donate with your Obite wallet. Tracarbon. Released in 2022 by Florian Vallai, Tracarbon is designed to help developers and organizations track the carbon emissions generated by their devices and cloud infrastructure similar to CodeCarbon. As awareness of the environmental impact of digital services grows, Tracarbon provides a way to measure and understand the carbon footprint of coding, making it easier to take steps toward reducing emissions and promoting sustainability. NN this software can estimate the carbon emissions of various OS and cloud services by analyzing usage data and applying regional carbon intensity

Starting point is 00:04:15 factors. Users can obtain an API key from CO2 signal for non-commercial use or electricity maps for commercial purposes. This API key allows Tracarbon to retrieve the latest carbon intensity data based in your location, measured in grams of CO2 equivalent per kilowatt hour, GCO2EQ per kilowatt hour. Tracarbon is supported by the open-source community, with funding primarily coming from user contributions. These donations and the collaborative efforts of volunteers help keep the project alive and growing. For crypto donations, it's available on Kiva as Fvali, Tracarbon. N Open Green Map. This platform was launched in 2009 by the non-profit organization Green Map System. It provides a collaborative space for creating

Starting point is 00:05:02 and sharing maps that highlight eco-friendly and sustainable locations within communities. Its main goal is to support greener living by helping people find and engage with environmental resources, green spaces, and sustainability initiatives. The software allows users to create interactive maps that feature various eco-friendly locations, such as community gardens, recycling centers, and renewable energy sites. It supports contributions from individuals and organizations, enabling users to add new sites, provide updates, and share their local sustainability efforts. By visualizing these green resources, Open Green Map helps raise awareness and encourages more people to adopt sustainable practices. Green Map system encourages community participation by

Starting point is 00:05:45 exploring and raiding the maps, spreading the word, directly promoting the app, or becoming a volunteer. It also accepts donations, tax-deductible in the US, to keep running this project and maintaining it available for everyone. To donate to them, you can use Kiva. Waste Management System The Waste Management System is a project launched in 2022 by Lakshay Tyagi 4th EcoHacks Hackathon. It's designed to help communities manage waste more effectively by providing a streamlined platform for reporting waste-related issues directly to municipal authorities. The system aims to enhance environmental sustainability and public health by promoting better waste management practices. The platform allows users to easily report waste problems in their area and track

Starting point is 00:06:29 the status of these reports to see if they've been addressed. It also offers information on recycling ideas, helping users become more aware of how to manage waste and recycle more efficiently. By simplifying the process of waste reporting and tracking, the waste management system supports cleaner and healthier communities. The project is open for developers to participate in by reporting issues or suggesting new features. On the other hand, users can contribute by testing it, or you can donate to them via Kiva. And fund your Obite wallet. To use Kiva, you'll need an Obite wallet first. This is a lightweight app available for

Starting point is 00:07:05 desktop and mobile, with a user-friendly interface. To fund it and make your donations, or anything inside the Obite ecosystem, you can tap on the receive menu and press, get me coins. You can buy some GBYTE, the Obite native coin, there with ETH, USDC, or WBTC. We also have a full guide available to get GBYTEs from traditional money. GBYTEs are needed to pay transaction fees inside Obyte, often less than $0.0001. But you can use any coins to donate, as long as they are byte-compatible. It's possible to bring a lot of popular cryptocurrencies into Byte using the counterstate bridge. Finally, don't forget to check our previous episodes in this Kiva series. 5 Open Source Projects You Can Support With Kiva and Cryptocurrencies

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The Good Tech Companies - 5 Open-source and Green Projects to Donate via Kivach

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