Today we explore a regenerative finance token, $Earth, with Utkarsh Patel , whose expertise in environmental sciences and economics helps us dissect the transformative potential of digital currencies. 

Utkarsh was at COP28 in Dubai and shares his insights from the conference, one being that there was a resounding narrative throughout COP28 that carbon is the trojan horse that got people thinking about other important environmental markers that need to be addressed, such as water, soil, air, biodiversity, & social equity. Through this "Environmental Benefits Framework" we talk about the potential of blockchain technology to revolutionize environmental reporting, confronting the skepticism regarding its accessibility, particularly in less developed regions of the world.

We discuss the intricacies of designing systems that not only encourage, but also reward positive environmental impact.  I hope this episode leaves you inspired that ReFi has the potential so solve global environmental challenges because it provides a sustainabile investment opportunity, where people don't have to choose between philanthropy, and investing in their future. $Earth makes doing the right thing an easy choice for all. 

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