Proof of Usefulness Report

EcoCart

Analysis completed on 2/3/2026

+473
Proof of Usefulness Score
Industry Mainstay

EcoCart is a verified, high-traction Series A sustainability platform used by over 10,000 brands (e.g., Walmart Canada, Levi's) to offset carbon emissions. While the submission itself was low-quality (vague claims, confusing funding with revenue), external verification confirms significant market presence, $17.5M+ in funding, and strong real-world utility. The score reflects the high value of the business, penalized slightly for the poor quality of the application data.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+115
Audience Reach Impact+87
Technical Innovation+57
Evidence Of Traction+121
Market Timing Relevance+48
Functional Completeness+2
Subtotal+430
Usefulness Multiplierx1.10
Final Score+473

Project Details

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Description
Having a sincere focus on sustainability is no longer just a nice-to-have... it's a must-have! EcoCart is a sustainability software that calculates ecommerce brands' ecological footprints through machine learning and then enables them or their customers to offset the emissions of their orders through front-end experiences. We're on a mission to make fighting climate change simple, cost-effective, and accessible for everyone. Let us know what you think: hello@ecocart.io

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