Proof of Usefulness Report

Monolith

Analysis completed on 1/26/2026

+645
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

Monolith (formerly Monolith Materials) is a verified 'Unicorn' ($1B+ valuation) in the climate-tech sector, producing carbon-free hydrogen and carbon black via methane pyrolysis. Traction is exceptional, evidenced by a $1.04B DOE loan guarantee and partnerships with industry giants like Goodyear. While the submission text itself was informal ('most people have used my product'), the claim is factually accurate regarding carbon black's ubiquity in tires and plastics. The project scores highly on utility, innovation, and traction, placing it in the upper tier of verified industrial successes.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+175.5
Audience Reach Impact+108
Technical Innovation+117
Evidence Of Traction+178.5
Market Timing Relevance+58.5
Functional Completeness+9
Subtotal+646.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.998
Final Score+645

Project Details

Description
Monolith is the leader in the carbon-free hydrogen that will provide the high-energy needs of a changing world — but at the affordable cost the world needs to make it work.

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

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Showcase Revenue Model

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Technical Roadmap

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