EcoStar

A collaborative development by: Arjun Sahjpaul / Michael S / Aman Damani / Bilal Hassan

As part of a comprehensive Industry Project at BrainStation, our cross-disciplinary team has developed EcoStar, a digital platform engineered to encourage and reward eco-friendly transportation choices. This initiative supports societal shifts towards clean energy by providing a tool to measure and improve individual carbon footprints, reduce emissions, and mitigate waste.

Problem Statement

Our world’s reliance on non-renewable energy sources has led to significant environmental challenges, including pollution, habitat loss, public health issues, and global warming emissions. Addressing the urgent need for societal transformation, we asked: How might we create a digital solution that not only supports but actively promotes eco-friendly systems with a tangible impact on clean energy consumption?

Solution

EcoStar is the answer to this complex problem, a digital platform that motivates individuals to become agents of change in the fight against climate change. Through gamification, real-time tracking, and a rewards system, EcoStar makes it engaging and beneficial for users to choose sustainable transport options. Our platform not only quantifies individual contributions to a healthier planet but also fosters a community that values and practices sustainable living. The app’s ultimate goal is to cultivate a culture of sustainability that extends beyond the digital space into real-world actions. EcoStar is more than an app; it's a movement towards a greener tomorrow.

Installation

Ensure you are using Node v20.9.0

Server:

• VSCode/terminal: run npm install in the server directory
• VSCode/terminal: run npm run server in the server directory

Client:

• VSCode/terminal: run npm install in the client directory
• VSCode/terminal: run npm start in the client directory

Database Setup:

To set up local MySQL database using the Knex migration and seed files:

1. In VS Code/IDE, navigate to the server folder. Rename the .env.sample file to .env.

2. Locate the following fields, and replace the initial values with your MySQL username and password

DB_LOCAL_USER=
DB_LOCAL_PASSWORD=

3. Create "ecostar" database in your MySQL environment:

• MySQL: CREATE DATABASE ecostar;

4. Run migration then run seed:

• Terminal: npx knex migrate:latest in the server directory
• Terminal: npx knex seed:run in the server directory

Screenshots:

Other Resources

Figma File: https://www.figma.com/file/aNG7yFEEZpAHkkOgXZ5H9v/Untitled-(Copy)?type=design&node-id=0-1&mode=design

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1L9Koqgl8kXTcdNtpzR1L3I0IYcg5kRFPi2gxy-2lEbk/edit#slide=id.g26560d9bab0_0_545