[Grant Proposal Preview] ReUse
Project Name: ReUse
Website: https://reuse.vet/
Contact: reuse.vet@gmail.com
X (Twitter): @ReUse_vet
Telegram: t.me/ReUse_dApp
Executive Summary
Imagine buying a vintage jacket and getting rewarded for helping the planet.
ReUse is a mobile app on VeChain that tackles the environmental impact of fast fashion by incentivizing sustainable consumer behavior. The app encourages secondhand shopping by verifying purchases and rewarding users with B3TR tokens, all securely recorded on the blockchain.
ReUse supports a circular economy of reducing waste, conserving resources, and promoting responsible consumption. Verified secondhand purchases become traceable acts of climate-positive behavior, turning everyday shopping into meaningful impact.
Team Info
| Role | Name | Relevant Background | Profile URL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Lead | Hershel | ||
| Tech Lead | Yoel |
Project Overview
Problem
The fashion industry causes:
- 10% of global carbon emissions
- Excessive textile waste and water use
Challenges in the secondhand market include:
- Limited incentives for consumers to choose secondhand
- Lack of verifiable environmental impact metrics
- No unified reward system
- Absence of transparent tracking
Solution
How it Works:
- Shop secondhand (local stores or apps like Vinted)
- Verify your purchase (upload receipt + photo)
- Earn B3TR tokens
- Track your impact (waste saved, CO₂ reduced)
- Use tokens on VeBetterDAO or vote with VOT3
ReUse-to-Earn:
Higher spend = more rewards
Verified stores = bonus multipliers (future feature)
Frequent users = loyalty bonuses
ReUse simplifies sustainable living by gamifying secondhand shopping. Users can directly see the positive environmental effects of their purchases, while supporting local businesses and helping build greener communities.
Impact Metrics (tracked per user):
- Waste reduction (kg)
- Carbon saved (CO₂e)
- Water conserved (liters)
- Local economic support
- Behavioral change
Value to VeBetterDAO
For Users:
- Get rewarded for sustainable shopping
- See the environmental impact of their actions
- Discover secondhand stores through a gamified experience
For DApps:
- Shared userbase and complementary value
- Access to meaningful sustainability data
For the Ecosystem:
- Expand B3TR token utility and demand
- Attract conscious, engaged users
- Showcase real-world blockchain utility
Competitive Edge
| Feature | ReUse | Others |
|---|---|---|
| Blockchain verification |  |
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| Real-world action tracking | |
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| Token rewards | |
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| Physical store integration | (coming soon) |
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Target Audience
Primary Users:
- Eco-conscious shoppers aged 18–35
- Crypto-friendly secondhand users
- VeBetterDAO community
Partners:
- Secondhand stores
- Sustainability organizations
- Fashion brands & researchers
Revenue Plan
Short-Term (1–2 years):
- VeBetterDAO grant funding
- Premium store listing fees
Medium-Term (2–3 years):
- Store subscription plans
- Sustainability insights for retailers
- API access for Web2 platforms
- Sponsored sustainability campaigns
Long-Term (3+ years):
- Transaction fees on marketplace
- Licensing of verification tech
- Sustainability certification services
- Enterprise solutions for fashion brands
Roadmap
| Timeline | Milestone |
|---|---|
| Q1–Q2 2025 | Mainnet launch |
| Q4 2025 | Impact dashboard + store features |
| Q1–Q2 2026 | Market expansion + mobile apps |
| Q3–Q4 2026 | Ecosystem integrations + API + further growth |
About the Grant
| Milestone | Description | Funding (USD) | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upfront | $5,000 | Immediate | |
| 1 | Mainnet launch, smart contracts, wallet integration, verification features, reach 5000+ users | $10,000 | 4 months from upfront |
| 2 | Local shop onboarding, marketing, dashboard, tutorials, reach 10000+ users, 4000+ MAU | $10,000 | 8 months from upfront |
Token Allocation Plan
- User Rewards
- App Operations
Security Measures
Smart Contract Security:
- Formal verification
- Multi-signature admin access
- Emergency pause capability
User Data Protection:
- GDPR compliant
- Minimal on-chain data
- Encrypted storage
Fraud Prevention:
- Duplicate/fake receipt detection via algorithms
- Machine learning flagging
- Tiered verification
- Community reporting tools
Operational Security:
- Multi-factor authentication
- Incident response plan
DApp Owner Remarks
If ReUse’s mission inspires you, we’re open to support and collaboration of any kind. Whether you’re technical, a content creator, or bring other skills, we’d gladly welcome your interest. Your contribution could truly make a difference.
Foundation Remarks
We’re excited to see the ReUse team bring a fresh, sustainability-driven use case to the VeBetterDAO ecosystem. Their Reuse-to-Earn model taps into the growing secondhand fashion movement while effectively showcasing how blockchain can incentivize real-world environmental action. Beyond the product itself, the team has shown genuine initiative — applying for a creator NFT, engaging early with the VeFam, and participating in community conversations not just to promote their project, but to contribute meaningfully to the ecosystem. Their enthusiasm, commitment, and community-first mindset make them a strong fit for the values of VBD, and we look forward to supporting ReUse as they continue building both a valuable tool and a vibrant presence in the network.