Proof of Usefulness Report

Blockchain & Climate Institute

Analysis completed on 2/19/2026

+305
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

The Blockchain & Climate Institute (BCI) is a recognized non-profit organization with a legitimate mission to integrate emerging technology into climate policy. However, the submission quality is extremely poor, containing hallucinated or lazy claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product', 'audience reach: everyone', and a confusing '$75M marketcap' figure for a non-profit). While the underlying entity has real-world utility and verified industry presence (team of ~350 volunteers/fellows), the PoU score is heavily penalized by the lack of verifiable product metrics and the inclusion of demonstrably false traction statements in the intake form.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+187.5
Audience Reach Impact+30.0
Technical Innovation+45.0
Evidence Of Traction+50.0
Market Timing Relevance+85.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+400.0
Usefulness Multiplierx0.76
Final Score+305

Project Details

Description
Blockchain & Climate Institute (BCI) is a not-for-profit entity combining the functions of a think-and-do tank, an advocacy group, and a chamber of commerce. Blockchain & Climate Institute provides a ‘super-connector’ platform for policy-makers, corporate executives and blockchain innovators to experiment and adopt the most viable concepts in an enabling environment. Our mission is to raise awareness among the international climate change policy community of the tremendous potential of Blockchain technology to considerably enhance climate actions. Our vision is the extensive deployment of blockchain, Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Internet of Things (IoT) in state and non-state climate sustainability actions. Blockchain technology is increasingly recognized as one of the most enabling technologies to facilitate the implementation of the Paris Agreement and beyond. It represents an enormous challenge for global climate governance stakeholders, including state governments, international climate funds, development finance institutions, multinational corporations, technology innovators and relevant entrepreneurs across sectors, to engage in this paradigm shift in incubation. Stakeholders across different spectra of the international community seek an avenue or a common platform for harnessing the full potentials of this revolutionizing technology. The world needs an organisation of experts with solid knowledge on Blockchain and climate change to engage stakeholders in the current climate governance systems by curating and mainstreaming some of the most innovative yet administratively feasible use cases or solutions.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline