#ReFi Weekly Rewind! Crypto News from the last week of November (& kicking off December) 2022 in #RegenerativeFinance

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#ReFi Weekly Rewind! Crypto News from the last week of November (& kicking off December) 2022 in #RegenerativeFinance - The ReFi world is pumping out papers 📰 podcasts 🎙️ and project partnerships 🤝 to guide us toward the #regenerative future we wish to see: 🧵👇🏼

1/ 🤝 @NEARProtocol announces partnership with @esg_dao to support the creation of 'OpenESG,' an open and credibly neutral ESG scoring system. #ReFi eco-business.com/press-releases/near-protocol-partners-with-esg-dao-to-support-creation-of-openesg-an-open-and-credibly-neutral-esg-scoring-system/

2/ 📰 @Madhav_goyal_ publishes blog post “🖼State of REFI,” an overview of the Regenerative Finance landscape with shoutouts to @AtlantisDAO1 @_digitalgaia @clim8collective and more. #ReFi mirror.xyz/madhavg.eth/Yki1njF60ypIehn2r7I6Q9vUwtwQC38GlPwvOYGzXkE

3/ 🎙️ @Crypto_Altruism releases a new episode of the Crypto Altruism Podcast featuring Alejandro Adon @WasabiNetwork (of @KokonutNetwork) to discuss how web3 can empower smallholder farmers and how #ReFi has the potential to be even bigger than #DeFi. cryptoaltruism.org/blog/crypto-altruism-podcast-episode80-kokonut-network-bridging-web3-and-sustainable-agriculture

4/ 🎙️ @ReFiPodcast releases a new episode of the ReFi Podcast featuring @0xRez (of @solidworlddao) and @climateXcrypto discussing the history of on-chain carbon credits & #ReFi’s past, present, and possible future (likely filled with “delightful chaos”). youtube.com/watch?v=QmIChfWM93Y

5/ 🎙️ @nori releases a new episode of the Reversing Climate Change Podcast feat. @aroetter (of @terrasetclimate) discussing Terraset, a nonprofit climate fund using private philanthropy to invest in carbon removal projects. nori.com/podcasts/reversing-climate-change/S3E32-Tax-Deductible-Carbon-Removal--w-Alex-Roetter-of-Terraset-e1rf64p

6/ 📰 @KlimaDAO publishes blog post “Running a greener event: How in-person events can become climate-positive” feat. @thoughtforfood_ @philblockchain & @M1ntedAsia and how they transparently offset their event carbon footprints using on-chain carbon #ReFi klimadao.finance/blog/climate-positive-events-guide

7/ 🗺️ @Generalmagicio publishes a fantastic map of the #ImpactDAO landscape. With categories including Regen Economy, #ReFi, Culture & Education, #DeSci and more: twitter.com/Generalmagicio/status/1597609980844466177?s=20&t=ECNF_CmRWRRAdz3oVBozXQ

8/ 🤝 @Climatecoin announces a partnership with @BlockchainCI and @CARICOMClimate to launch the Caribbean Community Climate Blockchain Incubator (CCCBI) to incubate #Web3-powered climate projects in the Caribbean Region. #ReFi climate-balance.ghost.io/blockchain-climate-institute-bci-caribbean-community-climate-change-centre-ccccc-climatecoin-work-together-on-incubator-project/

9/ 🤝 @DegenScore cross-pollinates with @ReturnProtocol. Degen Score Beacon (soulbound #NFT that stores your on-chain reputation) holders who interact with Return Protocol can mint a Return-branded skin for their Beacon. #SBT #ReFi Learn more: twitter.com/DegenScore/status/1597967384102731776

10/ 📺 @CeloOrg releases a talk “What is #ReFi and where is it headed?” featuring @HelenaMerk (of @SpiralsProtocol), @LuukDAO (of @Kolektivo), and @xochitlcazador (of Celo) from #SFBlockchainWeek on how #Web3 enables building regeneration into economies. youtube.com/watch?v=va1r2p6S_CM

11/ 💸 @FutureQuestDAO extends the deadline for applications to their $1M ReFi Grant Pool. If you’re a #ReFi project founder, apply by December 7th for a chance to be awarded funding from the pool! twitter.com/FutureQuestDAO/status/1597992600707174401?s=20&t=0qklLoYgrRttsjnd-T6k5Q

12/ 🥳 @empowerchain_io successfully concludes its first Testnet of its circular-economy-focused blockchain, with participation from 400+ validators. #ReFi twitter.com/empowerchain_io/status/1597916426807173122?s=20&t=0qklLoYgrRttsjnd-T6k5Q

13/ 📺 @tmoindustries (of @basinDAO) demos the Basin App. Users can purchase a unique .basin address which is an #NFT representing the well being and preservation of places, people, or a purpose (+ assets can be nested to earn yield! @DefiNft ) #ReFi share.descript.com/view/VdAuWhRhzaF

14/ 📰 @ToucanProtocol publishes blog post “Tokenization of carbon credits — an explainer” (authored by @curiouscat_eth @VaisakhEH) defining "tokenization," it’s value, some concerns, and different methods for creating on-chain #carboncredits. #ReFi blog.toucan.earth/tokenization-of-carbon-credits-explained/

15/ 📰 @ReFiDAOist publishes blog post “Top 10 #ReFi Grant Programs in Q4 2022! 💸📡” (authored by @MontyMerlin) with shoutouts to @gitcoin @FutureQuestDAO @Givethio @EarthFund_io @prezenti_grants @questbookapp @ToucanProtocol @RegenNetworkDev + MORE blog.refidao.com/top-10-grant-programs-for-refi-right-now-dec-2022/

16/ 📺 @YahooFinanceUK releases a new episode of The Crypto Mile (hosted by @BMcGleenon) feat. @paulgambill (of @nori) to discuss Regenerative Finance and how #blockchain technology can be leveraged to fuel the transition to a low carbon economy. #ReFi uk.finance.yahoo.com/video/crypto-climate-change-blockchain-tech-122122095.html

17/ 📰 @clim8collective publishes “New member showcase: SimplexDNA,” a deep dive on how @SimplexDNA is building a comprehensive DNA-based measurement system for biodiversity on Earth. #DeSci #ReFi medium.com/@ClimateCollective/new-member-showcase-simplexdna-db51853f67a4

18/ 📰 @thallo_io publishes “Carbon Credit Dynamic Pooling – What is it?” covering Thallo's concept of Dynamic Pooling, which allows credits of different vintages & attributes to have fungibility without sacrificing liquidity. #ReFi Read more: thallo.io/dynamic-pooling/

19/ 📢 @RegenNetworkDev announces its transition from a C-corp to a Public Benefit Corp (for-profit company with mission alignment around benefiting the public): twitter.com/RegenNetworkDev/status/1598387001551880192?s=20&t=mRS3Sh3OhfUDYRdmoOqq5A

20/ 🎙️ @waynehhsiung releases a new episode of The Simple Heart podcast featuring @HelenaMerk (of @SpiralsProtocol) about using blockchain technology to create effortless and verifiable climate impact. #ReFi open.spotify.com/episode/2XLjll3I6Rs2q7ITEekapq

21/ 📰 @RefiSpring publishes “ReFi Spring 2022 Retrospective” reflecting on the many worldwide #ReFi events in 2022, under broad themes including: 👏 Engaging New Audiences 🔀 Interdisciplinary Events 🌄 Bioregion-Focused Events refispring.com/blog/refi-spring-2022-retrospective

22/ 📰 @AeraForce publishes newsletter Venturing in ReFi #27 (authored by @AFilotimo & @ThoughtFloats) feat. #ReFi news, @floriventures ReFi Investments Demo Day, @shambanetwork’s integration of @chainlink oracle tech, #HashFunctions, and more! web3climate.substack.com/p/venturing-in-refi-27

23/ 📰 @OpenForest_ Protocol publishes “OASA: Regenerative Living in Portugal” a deep dive on the @oasaliving project TDF, a regenerative village using OFP’s #dMRV tooling to provide proof-of-regeneration for their ecosystem regeneration efforts. #ReFi openforestprotocol.medium.com/oasa-regenerative-living-in-portugal-e67109f5d861

24/ 📰 @w3b3forgood publishes This Week in Web3forGood newsletter (authored by @samflan & @Abeers123) highlighting @Sacreage_ connecting nonprofits to budding philanthropists, @owocki’s #GreenPill Thesis, + lots of #Impact & #ReFi news & opportunities. web3forgood.substack.com/p/this-week-in-web3forgood-725

25/ 📰 @ReFiDAOist publishes newsletter “ReFi Roundup #44: Grants Protocol, Quadratic UNICEF and Blocks.Garden ◾️🌱” (authored by @MarchZheng) feat. @gitcoin X @UNICEF, @zerolabsx’s blocks.garden, #ReFi news, events, jobs, & more. blog.refidao.com/refi-roundup-44/

📅 Upcoming Event: Crypto, Climate, and Regenerative Finance 📍 Dec 6, Bristol, UK Connect with the Bristol #ReFi scene with an evening of talks feat. speakers from @ReFiDAOist @clim8collective @ToucanProtocol @crowdmuse @RefiSpring dandelion.earth/events/63286097b3e2fa000b28d63d

📅 Upcoming Event: GreenBiz VERGE Net Zero 📍 Dec 6-7, virtual A free online event featuring deep dives and how-to guides on the strategies, technologies and partnerships key to accelerating your organization’s net-zero transition. Hosted by @GreenBiz events.greenbiz.com/events/verge-net-zero/online/2022

📅 Upcoming Event: Climate 2023 📍 Dec 6-7, virtual A two-day future climate exploration feat. speakers from @senken_io @thallo_io @ACXCHG. Moderated by @ToucanProtocol & hosted by @ClimateTransfmd. climatetransformed.com/forums/climate-2023/

📅 Upcoming Event: NOAH Conference 📍 Dec 6-7, Zürich / virtual Introducing & connecting a lineup of 250+ sustainability champions with speakers from @Restor_eco @OpenForest_ @VlinderClimate @KlimaDAO @solidworlddao & much more. #Climatetech #ReFi noah-conference.com/

📅 Upcoming Event: The Future of Crypto-Assets in Europe and Beyond 📍 Dec 8, Brussels, Belgium) Feat. speakers @faufleuret (of @adan_asso) and @johnx25bd (of @ToucanProtocol) to discuss #ReFi & the climate change transition. Hosted by @EuCInitiative. eventbrite.be/e/the-future-of-crypto-assets-in-europe-and-beyond-tickets-444056744677