Proof of Usefulness Report

Zero Cost Solar

Analysis completed on 2/14/2026

+32
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The project represents a standard solar installation business using a 'Zero Upfront Cost' (PPA) model, which is a common but often scrutinized financing structure in the solar industry. While the business appears to exist (launch date 2014), the submission is extremely low quality. Critical red flags include the wildly false traction claim that 'most people have used my product' and the confusing 'all time marketcap' figure which, if interpreted as revenue or valuation over 10 years, indicates a very small operation despite the claimed team size. The input lacks evidence of technical innovation or meaningful scale, and the 'everyone' audience claim is unrealistic.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+60
Audience Reach Impact+20
Technical Innovation+20
Evidence Of Traction+30
Market Timing Relevance+70
Functional Completeness+20
Subtotal+27.65
Usefulness Multiplierx1.15
Final Score+32

Project Details

Description
Enabling everyday people who may not otherwise have the ability to purchase a solar system to take part in zero-emissions energy generation.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Growing utility with room for optimization
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