Polite Miner

The Polite Network Miner is a decentralized environmental monitoring device that tracks real-time noise and light pollution levels. By simply plugging the device into a standard wall outlet and placing in an optimal location, users can measure noise in decibels (ranging from 30 dB, the sound of a whisper, to 120 dB, equivalent to a lawnmower) and light intensity (ranging from 1 lux, comparable to moonlight, to 10,000 lux, similar to direct sunlight). The data collected is invaluable for a variety of uses, from environmental research to improving quality of life.

• Noise and Light Pollution Tracking: The device provides continuous monitoring, measuring noise levels and light intensity to give users a clear picture of their local environment. This data helps evaluate how environmental factors affect health, comfort, and wildlife.
• Decentralized Data: The device is part of a decentralized network, where users contribute their data to a global environmental monitoring system. By sharing real-time pollution data, users are directly involved in providing insights for urban planning, environmental studies, and policy-making.
• Earning Tokens on the Solana Network: As a participant in the Polite Network, users can earn tokens on the Solana blockchain for contributing data. 
• Multiple Applications:
  • Airbnb Hosts: Ensure a comfortable and noise-free environment for your guests by monitoring local noise and light pollution levels. This is especially useful in busy urban areas, where noise and light pollution may affect guest satisfaction and property ratings.
  • Environmental Studies: Contribute data to academic research or environmental organizations studying the long-term effects of pollution. The collected data can be used to analyze trends in noise and light pollution, improving sustainability initiatives and informing government policies.
  • Property Value Evaluation: Noise and light pollution are key factors in determining property values. By tracking pollution levels, potential buyers, real estate agents, and appraisers can assess the impact of environmental factors on property pricing.
  • Wildlife Conservation: Excessive noise and artificial light negatively affect wildlife, disrupting natural behaviors such as mating, foraging, and migration. This monitor helps conservationists track pollution’s impact on local ecosystems and make informed decisions on wildlife protection strategies.
  • Neighborhood Safety and Advocacy: For residents and community organizers, this monitor provides the data needed to advocate for zoning changes, noise ordinances, or improved street lighting to protect public health and safety.

How It Works:

• Plug-and-Play Setup: The device is easy to set up—simply plug it into any standard wall outlet, and it begins monitoring the surrounding environment immediately.
• Real-Time Data: The device constantly tracks and logs noise and light pollution data. This data is sent to the decentralized network for analysis and storage. The more devices deployed, the more comprehensive the global data set becomes.
• Rewards for Participation: By contributing data, users not only participate in a global environmental network but also earn rewards in the form of tokens. These tokens are issued on the Solana blockchain, ensuring fast, secure, and low-cost transactions. 

Environmental Impact:

• Noise Pollution: Prolonged exposure to high levels of noise pollution has been linked to a range of health problems, including hearing loss, sleep disturbances, and increased stress levels. By tracking noise pollution, users can advocate for quieter, healthier environments.
• Light Pollution: Artificial light disrupts natural circadian rhythms, leading to sleep disorders in humans and interfering with wildlife behavior. The device tracks light pollution levels and helps identify areas where light mitigation measures are necessary, benefiting both human and animal populations.

Shipping end of Q1 for first orders, early Q2 for Batch 2